Trenton Mercer Airport

Trenton-Mercer Airport (IATA: TTN) is a public commercial airport located in Mercer County, New Jersey. It primarily serves the greater Trenton and Princeton regions, as well as the Delaware River Valley and Philadelphia metro area, through scheduled domestic flights, along with corporate and general aviation operations.

Official Website: flytrentonmercer.com

Phone: +1 (609) 882-1601

Terminals

The airport features a single compact passenger terminal building on three levels. The main ground floor accommodates ticketing desks, the TSA passenger security checkpoint, boarding gate waiting areas, and baggage claim. The upper level features dining facilities. Boarding and disembarking are conducted directly on the apron via outdoor stairs and ramps, as the facility does not feature jet bridges.

The passenger terminal and TSA checkpoint open daily at around 05:00, operating in accordance with the day's scheduled flight departures and arrivals. There are no scheduled commercial flights overnight due to a voluntary curfew.

Annual Traffic (2024): 241,950 commercial passenger enplanements.

Information Desks

General inquiries are handled through the airport administrative offices during weekday business hours, or directly by airline and baggage claim staff during operating flight windows.

The airport is approximately a 10- to 15-minute drive from downtown Trenton and under 10 minutes from the West Trenton rail station, offering convenient connections to Philadelphia and New York City.

Taxis and Limousines

Designated taxi ranks are located directly in front of the passenger terminal building. Licensed operators serving Ewing Township include Emmanuel Taxi, ABC Taxi, Satchel Page Limo, and Lester Limo. Estimated fares are around $8 USD to West Trenton station and approximately $35 USD to the central Trenton Transit Center.

Rideshare Services

Uber and Lyft vehicles are authorized to pick up passengers along the curbside directly outside the terminal exit from the baggage claim area.

Buses

NJ Transit operates local bus lines connecting the airport area with the West Trenton Train Station, Hamilton Train Station, and the Trenton Transit Center transfer hub.

Trains

Located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away, the West Trenton station on the SEPTA regional rail network provides direct commuter service to Center City Philadelphia for around $11 USD. In addition, from the Trenton Transit Center multimodal hub, NJ Transit trains reach New York Penn Station for approximately $16 USD, alongside Amtrak intercity connections.

Car Rental Desks

Rental car counters are conveniently located on the main floor of the passenger terminal near the baggage claim area:

• Avis
• Budget
• Enterprise
• National

Despite its compact layout, the terminal provides essential conveniences for travelers departing and arriving.

Finance and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Complimentary public wireless internet is available across the terminal via the TTN-Free-WiFi network.
• ATMs: Cash machines are available in the main lobby near check-in desks and in the baggage claim area. Currency exchange desks are not available.

Dining

• Sky Lounge at Ewing: Full-service restaurant and bar situated on the third floor of the terminal building pre-security. It serves hot dishes, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a variety of beverages and cocktails.
• Airside Concession Stand: Located past the TSA screening checkpoint, offering coffee, grab-and-go snacks, cold sandwiches, and beverages from 05:00 onwards.

Shopping

Duty-free shopping is not available. A small newsstand concession post-security provides newspapers, magazines, travel essentials, and local souvenirs.

Baggage Services

Luggage storage and locker facilities are not provided due to security regulations. Inquiries regarding lost baggage or onboard items must be directed to Frontier Airlines. For items left at the TSA checkpoint, passengers may contact (609) 569-7708.

Other Services

An outdoor designated animal and service pet relief area is located just outside the arrivals terminal area.

The airport provides automated surface parking lots located within a short 5-minute walk of the passenger terminal, regularly patrolled by the Mercer County Sheriff's Office. Parking assistance helpline: (609) 306-7805.

Parking Lots

• Tuskegee Airmen Lot & Amelia Earhart Lot: Main surface lots charging a flat daily rate of $10.00 USD.
• Wright Brothers Lot: Accommodates both daily parking ($9.00 USD) and short-term parking ($2.00 USD per hour, up to 4 hours maximum).
• Overflow Lot: Located along Scotch Road and opened during peak travel periods, serviced by a complimentary shuttle bus to the terminal.
• Cell Phone Lot: Free waiting area for drivers meeting arriving passengers (drivers must remain inside the vehicle).

Payment Methods

Parking is entirely automated with payment kiosks situated inside the baggage claim area and at exit gate lanes. Payments are accepted strictly by credit card.

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers requiring wheelchair service, boarding ramp assistance, or specialized care should contact Frontier Airlines at least 48 hours in advance of their scheduled flight.

Accessibility and Infrastructure

The terminal features level access ramps, accessible restrooms, and dedicated ADA parking stalls across all lots. Since aircraft boarding takes place directly on the apron without jet bridges, mobile boarding ramps and specialized lift devices are coordinated by airline personnel to ensure smooth boarding.

Travelers with disabilities, medical requirements, or sensory needs can also coordinate screening assistance through the federal TSA Cares program ahead of travel.

Accommodations Inside the Airport

There are no on-site hotels or sleeping pods within the terminal building.

Nearby Hotels

Several lodging alternatives are available a short drive away:

• Courtyard by Marriott Ewing Princeton (1.1 km / approx. 4 km by road).
• Element Ewing Hopewell (1.1 km / approx. 4 km by road).
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ewing Princeton South (4.5 km).

Local hotels do not typically offer regular direct airport shuttles; transfers can be made via local taxis or rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft.