Elmira Corning Airport (ELM)

Elmira Corning Regional Airport (IATA code: ELM) serves Chemung County and the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier regions of New York State, connecting travelers to major airline hubs and leisure destinations across the United States.

Official Website: flyelm.com

Phone: +1 (607) 739-5621 / 24-hour Operations: +1 (607) 426-5621

Terminals

The airport features a single, modernized, single-level passenger terminal that houses ticketing counters, TSA security checkpoints, departure gates, and baggage claim under one roof. County operations and security personnel are on site 24/7, with boarding gate access opening early in the morning based on the scheduled first flight of the day.

Annual Traffic (2025): 106,375 enplaned passengers.

Information Desks

There is no dedicated 24/7 tourist information desk; in-person assistance is provided by airline personnel at ticketing counters and county airport operations staff. Airport administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

 Location

The airport is located at 276 Sing Sing Rd #1, Horseheads, 7 miles (11 km) northwest of downtown Elmira and 8 miles (12 km) east of Corning, New York.

Public and private transportation

The airport is about a 10-to-15-minute drive from both Elmira and Corning, with direct highway access via I-86 / Route 17.

Public and Intercity Buses

The local transit network, C-TRAN (Chemung County Transit), serves the airport via Route 20 (Elmira - Corning), connecting to the Elmira Transportation Center and the Corning Transportation Center. Regular one-way fare is $2.25 USD. Intercity carriers such as Coach USA / Shortline and Megabus provide regional bus service to university campuses and nearby cities.

Rideshare

Both Uber and Lyft are authorized to pick up and drop off passengers curbside outside the terminal. You can request a ride through their mobile apps upon collecting your baggage.

Taxis and Private Shuttles

A designated taxi and commercial vehicle stand is located outside the baggage claim exit. Local and regional taxi operators serve arriving and departing flights.

Car rental agencies

Rental car counters are conveniently located inside the terminal building, adjacent to the baggage claim area.

Available Car Rental Companies

• Avis: Terminal counter, on-site lot vehicle pickup.
• Budget: Terminal counter.
• Hertz: Terminal counter.
• Enterprise / Alamo / National: Shared service counter inside the terminal.

Vehicle pickup and drop-off lots are located just a short walk from the terminal doors in the adjacent parking lot. After-hours key drop boxes are available for late returns.

Parking services at Elmira Corning Airport (ELM)

Public parking is operated by Finger Lakes South Enterprises and is located within easy walking distance directly across from the terminal entrance.

Parking Facilities

• Short Term Lot: Designed for passenger drop-off, pick-up, and brief visits. First 15 minutes free. 16 minutes to 1 hour: $2.00 USD; each additional 30 minutes: $2.00 USD. Daily maximum: $12.00 USD (weekly max: $60.00 USD).
• Long Term Lot: Designed for overnight and extended stays. First 15 minutes free. 16 minutes to 1 hour: $2.00 USD; each additional hour: $2.00 USD. Daily maximum: $11.00 USD (weekly max: $55.00 USD).
• Economy Lot: Budget-friendly long-term parking, credit card payment only. First 15 minutes free. 16 minutes to 1 hour: $2.00 USD; each additional hour: $2.00 USD. Daily maximum: $9.00 USD (weekly max: $45.00 USD).

Free Cell Phone Lot

A designated cell phone waiting area is available along Sing Sing Rd / Progressive Drive, allowing drivers to wait free of charge until their party has retrieved their luggage and is ready at the curb.

Parking rates and additional information

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Elmira Corning Regional Airport is fully accessible and designed for comfortable navigation by all passengers.

Special Assistance Requests

Wheelchair assistance from curbside or ticketing to the aircraft gate must be arranged with your airline (Delta or Allegiant) at least 48 hours prior to departure. Passengers needing special assistance through the security screening process can contact the TSA Cares helpline at tsa.gov.

Accessibility Features

The single-level terminal is free of major architectural barriers. Facilities include accessible family restrooms, visual and audio flight displays, and dedicated accessible parking spaces close to the main terminal entrances.

Nursing Facilities

A dedicated private nursing suite is available inside the modernized terminal for traveling mothers and infants.