Allentown to Jackson Flights

Allentown Airport Information

Lehigh Valley International Airport (3311 Airport Road, Allentown) is the primary commercial passenger airport serving the greater Allentown area. The airport is roughly six miles from the downtown area and is easily accessible via Route 22. Use Orbitz.com to book one of the cheap flights from Allentown on Air Canada, AirTran, Allegiant, Delta, Frontier, U.S. Airways or United Airlines.

Lehigh Valley Airport Parking Information

Lehigh Valley Airport offers several types of parking to accommodate whatever your needs might be. You can park your car in the short-term, economy or long-term lots at cheap rates ranging from $9 to $22 per day or $54 per week. When you book your flight through Orbitz.com, you just might save enough money to warrant paying the additional $15 fee to use the airport's valet parking service.

Getting From Allentown to the Airport

Travelers who prefer to leave their car at home have plenty of options for transportation to the Lehigh Valley airport. A private car or limousine is the ultimate in airport transportation, and the fees are generally less than $20 per person, depending on the number of passengers. Taxi service costs roughly the same, and both types of transport will get you from downtown Allentown to the airport in less than 10 minutes. Don't forget to check your flights on Orbitz.com before heading to the airport.

Airport Restaurant Options

If you're looking for a cup of coffee or a light nosh before heading out on your trip, your choices at the airport are limited but acceptable. L.A. Cafe offers a variety of snacks, hot and cold beverages, and light meals, or you can grab a hearty sandwich at Subway. Have an enjoyable flight, and don't forget to use Orbitz.com to book one of the cheap flights from Allentown for your next trip.

Traveling to Jackson

Air travel to the city of Jackson, MS and the surrounding area uses the Jackson-Evers International Airport. Jackson-Evers is located at 100 International Dr., 12 miles from the city center, in the small city of Pearl. All commercial flights to Jackson use this airport as their destination. A second, smaller airport is located in northwest Jackson. The smaller airport, Hawkins Field, preceded Jackson-Evers and has now been relegated to private use only. The international airport is named in honor of civil rights leader and Mississippi local, Medgar Evers. The airport provides direct flights to nine cities daily and is serviced by Delta, United, American Eagle, US Airways and Southeast Airlines. It's the only U.S. airport listed among the top ten best in the 2011 Airports Council International survey.

Transportation From Jackson-Evers International Airport

Those arriving at Jackson can find transportation into the city by taxi, city bus, or limousine, or, for larger groups, by chartering a bus. Taxi service is the quickest way into the downtown area, with fares beginning at about $18. City bus service averages about $1.50 per ticket, with prices varying according to the age of the traveler. Car rentals are also available from Avis, Budget, Hertz, and other companies, with rental counters located on Terminal Level 1 near the baggage claim area. Driving from the airport to the downtown area takes only around 15 minutes.

The Weather in Jackson

The weather in Jackson is hot and humid in the summers, with temperatures in Fahrenheit ranging between average lows in the mid-60s and highs in the lower 90s. Winters are mild, with averages running between 35 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to average in the 60s and 70s. Dress should be moderately seasonal, with heavy dress likely necessary only during November through February.

Things to Do in Jackson

There are plenty of things to do in Jackson. Annual festivals include CelticFest in September, Crossroads Film Festival in April, and the Mississippi State Fair in October. Multiple theaters and art galleries are available for visitor enjoyment, and a number of museums cover everything from state history to art. Cheap flights to Jackson are available daily, and reservations are possible online through Orbitz.com.