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Gateway to the Finger Lakes and Ivy League.
Opened
1942
Location
Ithaca, United States
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH/KITH) is a public airport serving Ithaca, New York, and the surrounding Tompkins County region. It provides commercial air service to major hub airports, connecting travelers to the home of Cornell University and Ithaca College.
The airport is owned and operated by Tompkins County and sits at an elevation of approximately 1,099 feet above sea level. Its location in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York means it frequently contends with challenging weather conditions, including lake-effect snow in winter.
Despite its small size, ITH plays an important economic and logistical role for the local university community, corporate travelers, and tourists visiting the scenic gorges and waterfalls of the region.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building with limited gates serving regional commercial flights.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 5 miles northeast of downtown Ithaca, accessible primarily by taxi, rideshare services, and rental car.
Airlines here
American Eagle (operated by Envoy Air and other regional partners) and United Express have historically provided scheduled service at ITH, connecting to hubs such as Philadelphia, New York-JFK, and Chicago-O'Hare.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is owned by Tompkins County, New York.
- ›It sits at an elevation of about 1,099 feet MSL.
- ›Winter operations can be significantly affected by lake-effect snow common to the region.
- ›The airport primarily serves regional turboprop and small regional jet aircraft.
- ›Cornell University's presence makes the airport a key travel hub for academic and research visitors.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
