Facility Overview

Situated on the historic grounds of the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, Parking Lot B at Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) serves as an essential, high-convenience surface parking facility for travelers across Upstate New York, Vermont, and Greater Montreal. Marketed affectionately as 'Montréal’s U.S. Airport,' PBG handles thousands of domestic and cross-border fliers each year. Lot B is an open-air surface parking facility positioned immediately adjacent to the main terminal complex on Lemay Drive and Airport Lane. Designed with an open-sky layout and zero overhead clearance restrictions, the lot provides complete headroom freedom. It seamlessly accommodates compact passenger cars, sedans, full-size SUVs with ski boxes, lifted pickup trucks, camper vans, and extended commercial or cargo vehicles that cannot enter standard parking garages. Clear directional pavement striping and wide access lanes make maneuvering and parking trouble-free for vehicles of every size.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Parking Lot B is situated mere footsteps from PBG's passenger check-in desks and TSA screening checkpoint, offering a convenient 2- to 3-minute stroll directly to the terminal entrance. Beyond its primary role in air travel, the lot is located in the heart of the redeveloped Plattsburgh Airbase district. History and military aviation enthusiasts can reach the Plattsburgh Air Force Base Museum, the Old Base Museum Campus, and the War of 1812 Battle of Plattsburgh Association interpretive sites within a quick 5-minute drive (under 2.5 miles). Downtown Plattsburgh and the State University of New York (SUNY) at Plattsburgh campus are located approximately 4 miles to the north, granting easy access to collegiate sports, the historic Strand Center for the Arts, and popular dining hubs including Valcour Brewing Company and Oval Craft Brewing. In addition, the scenic shoreline of Lake Champlain, the Plattsburgh City Beach, and Cumberland Bay State Park are reachable within a 10-minute drive, while the High Peaks and Olympic venues of Lake Placid are under an hour away via New York State Route 3 and Route 9N.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Driving to Parking Lot B is direct and straightforward via Interstate 87 (the Adirondack Northway). Drivers take Exit 36 directly onto New York State Route 22, proceeding east for approximately 2 miles before turning right onto Connecticut Road and Lemay Drive to access Airport Lane. This direct arterial link bypasses central city congestion, ensuring smooth arrival and departure even during morning peak flight banks. Travelers originating from Montreal and Quebec take Autoroute 15 south straight across the Canada–United States border, where it becomes I-87 South, reaching the airport in roughly 60 minutes. Vermont motorists often take the Lake Champlain Transportation ferry from Grand Isle to Cumberland Head, connecting quickly to I-87. Terminal curbside connections right next to Lot B include car rental agencies (Avis, Budget, and Enterprise), designated rideshare staging zones for Uber and Lyft, and local bus transit coordinated by Clinton County Public Transit (CCPT).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Spacious, paved open-air surface parking directly adjacent to the commercial airline terminal.
• Zero vertical height restrictions, accommodating high-roof vans, roof-box-equipped SUVs, and lifted pickups.
• Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations located in the main terminal parking lot area with overnight vehicle charging permitted.
• Complimentary short-term parking for up to 60 minutes, ideal for rapid passenger drop-offs and terminal pickups.
• 24/7 continuous facility access, security lighting, perimeter fencing, and regular patrols by Clinton County law enforcement and airport safety personnel.
• Automated self-service entry and exit payment kiosks accepting all major credit cards and cash in both U.S. and Canadian currency.
• Clearly marked ADA-accessible spaces positioned along the nearest pedestrian routes to terminal crosswalks.
• Designated terminal staging area for peer-to-peer car sharing and vehicle drop-offs via Turo.

Ideal For

• Commercial airline travelers departing PBG on non-stop and connecting flights to Florida, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and beyond.
• Canadian and Quebec cross-border vacationers seeking economical parking rates and domestic U.S. flights.
• Short-duration greeters, friends, and family picking up arriving passengers within the complimentary one-hour window.
• SUNY Plattsburgh visitors, faculty, and visiting sports teams seeking secure proximity to regional flights.
• Extended-duration leisure travelers requiring safe, cost-efficient long-term vehicle parking up to 60 days.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Take advantage of the complimentary first hour of parking if you are meeting incoming family or friends inside baggage claim; this eliminates the need to idle along the terminal curbside. If your travel plans require leaving your vehicle parked in Lot B for more than 60 consecutive days, be sure to notify the airport parking management office (Republic Parking) at (518) 324-5769 in advance, as vehicles left longer than 60 days without authorization are subject to towing. For winter fliers, the North Country regularly experiences sub-freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall between December and March; keep a sturdy snow brush in your cabin and check tire pressures and battery health prior to departure. Finally, remember to take a quick photo of your parking row or stall to easily locate your vehicle upon your late-night return flight.