Plattsburgh International Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any VIP aircraft land at Plattsburgh?
Yes. Plattsburgh International's 11,759-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.
How far is Plattsburgh from Lake Placid?
Plattsburgh is approximately 60 miles from Lake Placid, typically a 75-minute drive through the Adirondack Mountains. It's the closest airport with commercial service to the Lake Placid resort area.
Why fly private to travelers to the Adirondack Mountains?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to travelers to the Adirondack Mountains, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 11,759 ft | 200 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport
BTV — Longest runway: 8,319 ft
Adirondack Regional Airport
SLK — Longest runway: 6,573 ft
Edward F Knapp State Airport
MPV — Longest runway: 5,000 ft
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
YUL — Longest runway: 11,000 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- PBG
- ICAO Code
- KPBG
- Elevation
- 234 ft
- Runways
- 1
- Longest Runway
- 11,759 ft
- Location
- Plattsburgh, New York