Flying from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP): What you need to know
Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is located in Wilkes-Barre. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Phoenix.
To ensure you catch your flight from Phoenix to AVP, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're getting away during a peak month like March, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is about 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PHX land on schedule 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to AVP flight? Kick back in a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AVP:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport flight.
The address for AVP is 100 Terminal Road.
Getting from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP) to central Wilkes-Barre
Central Wilkes-Barre is around 11 kilometres from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is 170 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 325 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Phoenix to AVP if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to go to Wilkes-Barre. April is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport (AVP), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book a Phoenix to AVP plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Wilkes-Barre to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Wilkes-Barre
Start your Wilkes-Barre trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Wilkes-Barre has loads of things to keep you on the go, starting with Luzerne County Historical Society. The Frederick Stegmaier Mansion is another attraction you can't miss.
Explore more of the United States
Wilkes-Barre has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres southeast of Wilkes-Barre, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 161 kilometres south of Wilkes-Barre. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.
