Harrisburg International Airport
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About Harrisburg International Airport
Harrisburg International Airport is a public airport in Lower Swatara Township, Pennsylvania, United States, nine miles (14 km) southeast of Harrisburg. It is owned by the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KMDTNOTAMs
KMDTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 10,001 ft / 3,048 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 118.250 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 39.510 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.800 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers various ground services including parking and transportation.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 8 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARRISBURG CLASS C AREA A | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4400 ft MSL |
| HARRISBURG CLASS C AREA D | Class C | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | 4400 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NW (from about 315°), on 14% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79% | -1,419 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | -1,332 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | -744 ft | |
| Apr | 82% | -71 ft | |
| May | 78% | 581 ft | |
| Jun | 84% | 1,253 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 1,533 ft | |
| Aug | 85% | 1,365 ft | |
| Sep | 77% | 862 ft | |
| Oct | 79% | 185 ft | |
| Nov | 87% | -702 ft | |
| Dec | 72% | -1,201 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,419–1,533 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WHTM-TV (Harrisburg) | 1,020 ft | 1,102 ft | — |
| WNNK-FM (Harrisburg) | 725 ft | 1,142 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Harrisburg International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Harrisburg International Airport?
The ICAO code for Harrisburg International Airport is KMDT, and its IATA code is MDT.
Where is Harrisburg International Airport located?
Harrisburg International Airport is medium airport located in Harrisburg, United States, at an elevation of 310 ft (94 m).
How many runways does Harrisburg International Airport have?
Harrisburg International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,001 ft / 3,048 m.
Which airlines fly to Harrisburg International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Harrisburg International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, among 10 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Harrisburg International Airport?
Historical data lists 12 nonstop destinations from Harrisburg International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Harrisburg International Airport in?
Harrisburg International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Harrisburg International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Harrisburg International Airport is approximately 11° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Harrisburg International Airport?
The nearest airport to Harrisburg International Airport is Ecko Field (0PA4), about 3.2 nm to the nne, followed by Capital City Airport and Auer Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Harrisburg International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.