Single-terminal regional airport serving Latrobe and the surrounding Westmoreland County area. The airport handles scheduled commercial and general aviation traffic and is not an airline hub.
Getting to and From Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) #
The most practical ways into town are by car, taxi or pre-booked shuttle; travel to downtown Latrobe is typically 5-10 minutes by road, while Pittsburgh is roughly 50-60 minutes drive (~40-45 miles).
- Car / Rental: On-site rental counters are common at regional airports of this size; driving is the fastest option.
- Taxi: Local taxi companies serve the airport; fares vary by destination.
- Rideshare: Availability can be sporadic outside peak hours - plan ahead.
- Public transit: There is no direct rail link; local bus service may be limited or require a transfer.
Facilities at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) #
The terminal is compact with basic passenger facilities: a small check-in area, baggage claim and a limited selection of concessions. Short- and long-term parking is available near the terminal building. Expect rental-car desks and ground-transport counters; there are generally no large lounge facilities. Accessibility services are available on request through airline or airport customer service.
Tips for Arnold Palmer Regional Airport #
- Pre-book ground transport if arriving late - rideshare coverage can be limited in rural areas.
- Parking is close to the terminal; short- and long-term lots are within easy walking distance of arrivals.
- If you need a rental car, reserve in advance during holiday weekends - availability can be limited.
Weather & Climate near Arnold Palmer Regional Airport #
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1057 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - 3° | -7° | 68 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 5° | -6° | 65 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Acceptable | -2° - 10° | 1° | 89 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 2° - 16° | 7° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 22° | 15° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.3h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 27° | 20° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.8h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 29° | 22° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 21° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 25° | 18° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 5° - 18° | 11° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | 0° - 11° | 3° | 85 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 5° | -4° | 77 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
