FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Flights, parking, the new terminal, and getting here.
Flights
Is there airline service at LBE?+
Yes. Breeze Airways flies to Myrtle Beach starting in February 2027 and to Orlando starting in May 2027.
When are the first flights?+
Myrtle Beach flights begin in February 2027, and Orlando flights begin in May 2027. We'll share the exact dates here once they're announced.
How often are flights?+
The weekly schedule for both routes hasn't been announced yet. We'll post it here as soon as it's available.
How do I book?+
Directly with Breeze Airways at flybreeze.com.
How early should I get to the airport?+
2 hours before your flight. Ticket counter check-in and checked baggage close 45 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you get here early, have a meal at DeNunzio's, watch the planes from the new gate area, or grab something at the snack bar.
What can I bring?+
Can I fly somewhere other than Myrtle Beach or Orlando?+
Yes. Breeze Airways offers connecting flights through Myrtle Beach and Orlando. Search your destination at flybreeze.com to see if a connection is available. Even with a stop, LBE can be the easier and cheaper way to go once you factor in airport parking fees and the drive to Pittsburgh.
Parking and getting here
Is parking free?+
Long-term parking is free. Preferred Parking in Lot A, at the front of the terminal, is $4.00 a night for overnight parking. Parking there to dine at DeNunzio's remains free, as do Lots B through E at all times. See parking details
How far is the walk from parking?+
280 steps to the main entrance, all on one level. Shuttle service is available if you need it.
Where is the airport?+
148 Aviation Lane, Latrobe, PA 15650, in Unity Township, Westmoreland County.
How far is LBE from Pittsburgh?+
About 33 miles east of downtown Pittsburgh and about 45 miles from Pittsburgh International.
Can I rent a car?+
Yes. Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz have counters in the terminal, next to baggage claim. See rental car hours and phone numbers
How close is LBE to Seven Springs, Nemacolin, and Idlewild?+
Idlewild & SoakZone is about 20 minutes away, Seven Springs about 35 minutes, Ohiopyle and Fallingwater about 50 minutes, and Nemacolin about an hour.
The new terminal
What's new in the terminal?+
It's 32,000 square feet and holds up to 500 passengers. It has multiple TSA screening lines, a lounge, a private nursing room for mothers, a family restroom with an adult changing table, and, after security, an indoor pet relief area and a snack bar in the gate area, all on one level. See the new terminal
Is there food?+
Yes. DeNunzio's Italian Chophouse and Sinatra Bar serves lunch and dinner, with a view of the runway, and it's before security. After security, the snack bar in the gate area sells snacks and drinks.
Is there Wi-Fi?+
Yes, and it's free throughout the terminal.
Is the terminal accessible?+
Yes. Wheelchairs are available if needed, and you can request one when you book your flight or at the ticket counter during check-in. There's also a family restroom with an adult changing table. See accessibility details
Can I bring my pet?+
The terminal has an indoor pet relief area after security. Breeze Airways sets its own pet travel policies. Please check their pet policy before you book.
Is it easy to travel with kids?+
Yes. There are baby changing stations and a private nursing room for mothers, and no stairs between your car and the gate.
About LBE
What is the airport code?+
LBE. The ICAO code is KLBE.
How long is the runway?+
Runway 6/24 is 8,222 feet long and 100 feet wide, with an ILS approach to Runway 24. It can handle the narrow-body jets airlines fly today.
Who runs the airport?+
The Westmoreland County Airport Authority. Moe Haas is the Executive Director.
Is LBE the same as Westmoreland County Airport?+
Yes. It was Westmoreland County Airport from 1978 until 1999, when it was renamed Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. The airport code didn't change.
How big is the airport?+
945 acres, at an elevation of 1,199 feet.