Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) Airport Charter Bus Rental Service

Charter Bus Rental Service to and from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (AVP) Airport

A group that lands in Avoca needs one plan for every passenger, every suitcase, and every stop that follows. Our Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (AVP) Airport charter bus rental service brings a motorcoach, minibus, or van to the terminal on your schedule, and it forms part of our wider Pennsylvania airport charter bus rental network. Corporate teams bound for downtown Scranton, tour groups heading into the Poconos, and wedding guests spread across the Wyoming Valley all ride together from the curb to the final address.

Northeastern Pennsylvania rewards travelers who plan ahead. The airport sits between Scranton and Wilkes-Barre beside Interstate 81 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension, which puts Montage Mountain, Lake Wallenpaupack, Pocono Raceway, and Hazleton within easy reach by coach. Union Limousine assigns a licensed driver, a trip coordinator, and a vehicle matched to your headcount so the first hour after landing goes exactly as planned.

Why Groups Choose Charter Buses at Wilkes-Barre Scranton International?

Splitting a party of thirty across taxis and rideshare apps at a regional airport rarely works. AVP lists two local cab companies, and evening demand can outpace the cars on duty when several flights arrive close together. A reserved charter removes that guesswork.

• Flight monitoring: our dispatch team follows each arrival and adjusts pickup timing when a flight from Charlotte, Chicago, or Orlando lands early or late.
• One vehicle, one timeline: passengers board together, so nobody sits in a hotel lobby waiting for a stranded colleague.
• Real cargo space: coaches carry suitcases, sample cases, golf bags, and team equipment in lower storage bays.
• Clear pricing: you approve a written quote before travel, with no surge charges for an 11 p.m. landing.
• Licensed operation: every driver holds a commercial license and follows federal hours of service rules.

Charter Fleet for AVP Arrivals and Departures

Union Limousine dispatches every vehicle below to AVP and the surrounding counties. Capacities reflect seated passengers, and heavy luggage can lower the practical count, so mention bags when you request a quote.

Sedans (Up to 3 Passengers)

Best for one to three executives connecting to a meeting in Scranton or a site visit along Route 315. A sedan also works as a lead car for a VIP traveling ahead of a larger group coach.

SUVs (Up to 6 Passengers)

Four to six travelers with full luggage fit comfortably. Families returning from Florida on Breeze and small leadership teams bound for Pocono retreats book SUVs most often.

Stretch Limousines (Up to 20 Passengers)

Parties of ten to twenty pick a stretch limousine for wedding arrivals, milestone birthdays, and anniversary weekends, with the celebration starting the moment the doors close at the terminal.

Sprinter Vans (Up to 14 Passengers)

A Sprinter van seats eight to fourteen with standing headroom and a rear cargo area. College visit groups, touring bands, and consulting teams favor this size for trips to the University of Scranton, Wilkes University, and Marywood University.

Party Buses (Up to 30 Passengers)

Fifteen to thirty guests travel with perimeter seating, lighting, and a sound system. Bachelor and bachelorette weekends headed to Mohegan Pennsylvania in Plains Township or a Pocono resort often begin with a party bus pickup at AVP.

Mini Charter Buses (Up to 35 Passengers)

A mini coach handles twenty to thirty five riders with reclining seats and overhead racks. Youth sports teams, church groups, and corporate offsites at Kalahari Resorts in Pocono Manor choose this size regularly.

Full Size Charter Buses (Up to 56 Passengers)

Groups of thirty six to fifty six ride in a motorcoach with under floor luggage bays, restroom options, and power outlets at many seats. Conventions, marching bands, and multi day tours move through AVP on these coaches.

Popular Charter Routes from AVP

Most AVP charters stay within Luzerne, Lackawanna, Monroe, and Wayne counties, although plenty of groups continue much farther.

Scranton and the Lackawanna Valley

Downtown Scranton is a short ride north. Groups visit Steamtown National Historic Site, the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour at McDade Park, and PNC Field in Moosic for Triple A baseball. Fans of the television series The Office often add a stop at the Everhart Museum in Nay Aug Park, which asks groups of 15 or more to notify staff in advance and schedules guided tours booked two weeks ahead.

Wilkes-Barre and the Wyoming Valley

To the south, coaches reach Public Square, the arena at Casey Plaza, King's College, and Misericordia University in Dallas. Wedding shuttles between hotel blocks and reception halls along Route 309 run on a fixed loop so guests never drive after the toast.

The Pocono Mountains and Longer Transfers

Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Camelback Resort, Great Wolf Lodge, and the lake communities around Lake Wallenpaupack sit within about an hour. For groups continuing southwest, our Harrisburg International (MDT) airport charter bus team covers the Susquehanna Valley, and the Greater Binghamton (BGM) airport charter bus service picks up travelers roughly 75 miles north along Interstate 81.

Statewide itineraries run through our Pennsylvania charter bus service for trips to Hershey, Gettysburg, State College, or Philadelphia.

Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (AVP) Airport Information

History and Regional Importance

Luzerne and Lackawanna counties agreed in 1945 to sponsor and operate a shared regional airport, and the field opened to commercial flights in 1947. The Joseph M. McDade Terminal welcomed its first passengers on May 25, 2006, a $41.5 million steel, stone, and glass building that capped an $80 million makeover including new roads, ramps, and a four level parking garage. AVP ranks as the fifth busiest airport in Pennsylvania by passenger count and serves as the main commercial gateway for Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Poconos.

Airlines Operating from AVP

Three carriers serve the airport as of September 2026.

• American Airlines: nonstop flights to Charlotte and Chicago O'Hare, plus an American Airlines motorcoach link to Philadelphia that lets travelers clear security at AVP and step off at a secure gate in PHL Terminal F.
• United Airlines: flights to Chicago O'Hare and Washington Dulles for connections across the United Airlines network.
• Breeze Airways: leisure routes to Florida and the Carolina coast on Airbus A220 aircraft.

Domestic Destinations

Nonstop choices include Charlotte (CLT), Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Washington Dulles (IAD), Orlando (MCO), Tampa (TPA), Fort Myers (RSW), Myrtle Beach (MYR), and Fort Lauderdale (FLL), which Breeze launched on July 1, 2026. Several Breeze routes fly only on set weekdays or during certain seasons, so confirm your schedule before you book ground transport.

Terminal Information

AVP runs a single terminal building with one TSA checkpoint, baggage claim, free WiFi, local food and gift shops, and a pet therapy program. Hotel courtesy phones sit in the baggage claim area, and a Best Western Plus operates on airport property. Travelers without a REAL ID should know that TSA introduced a $45 fee option for them on February 1, 2026.

Passenger Traffic

Airport officials reported 469,092 total passengers in 2024, a gain of roughly 31 percent. Growth carried into 2025, with April boardings up 26.4 percent and June boardings up 14.4 percent year over year, much of it on Breeze. Holiday peaks push about 1,000 travelers a day through the checkpoint.

Parking Overview

The garage and surface lots hold approximately 1,300 spaces near the terminal. Garage parking costs $17 per day or $102 per week, while Lots A, B, and D cost $13 per day or $78 per week, and the first 15 minutes are free in every area. Lots B and D accept credit cards only.

Pickup and Drop Off Guidance

The airport asks drivers never to leave vehicles unattended at the terminal curb, and a free cell phone lot gives waiting drivers a place to stage. For charter groups, your coordinator shares the driver's name and mobile number, the coach holds at a confirmed staging point, and a greeter meets the party inside baggage claim before walking everyone out together.

Ground Transportation Options

According to the official AVP ground transportation page, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and National run rental counters. Burgit's City Taxi and Call a Car Taxi take phone requests, Uber and Lyft serve the airport, and LCTA Connects provides shared public rides in Luzerne County. Many area hotels run courtesy shuttles, most with prior notice.

Tips for Arriving Passengers

• Send us flight numbers for every traveler, including anyone arriving on a different carrier or day.
• Keep a REAL ID or passport handy for the return trip through TSA.
• Allow extra time in winter, when snow and mountain fog can slow Interstate 81 and the Turnpike.
• Tell your coordinator about skis, golf clubs, or equipment cases so we reserve enough cargo space.
• Collect all checked bags before heading outside, since the group boards in one trip.

Why a Prebooked Chauffeur Beats Taxis and Rideshare?

At a regional airport with a small taxi pool, a late evening arrival can mean a long wait or a surge fare. A reserved chauffeur is already watching your flight, already parked nearby, and already holding a price you approved. Groups also skip the math of splitting fares across five cars and the risk of one car heading to the wrong hotel. For corporate travel managers, a single invoice and a named driver make expense reports and duty of care far simpler.

How Booking an AVP Charter Works?

• Share your headcount, flight details, luggage estimate, and every planned stop.
• Review a written quote with vehicle options that fit the group.
• Confirm the reservation and receive driver details before travel day.
• Meet your greeter at baggage claim and board the vehicle together.

Larger events can combine vehicles, such as a motorcoach for guests plus an SUV for the wedding couple, all managed by one coordinator through our charter bus service desk. You can also browse our complete list of group transportation services for hourly rentals, venue shuttles, and multi day itineraries.

Reserve Your AVP Airport Charter Bus Today

Graduation weekends, Pocono race dates, and the holiday season fill flights and coaches at the same time. Contact Union Limousine with your group size and travel dates, and our coordinators will match the right vehicle, lock in a clear price, and have a driver waiting when your flight reaches Avoca. Call or request a quote online to secure your Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (AVP) Airport charter bus rental.