Why go
- City in Pennsylvania, United States.
- Served by Lancaster Airport (LNS).
History
Lancaster is a city in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States, and its county seat. With a population of 58,039 at the 2020 census, it is the eighth-most populous city in the state. It is a core city within South Central Pennsylvania, with 552,984 residents in the Lancaster metropolitan area.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Pacific Wings LW (PA2) · 1 route: Washington*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Lancaster Airport (LNS); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: LNS has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Washington). By water: ferry routes serve the area; routes include Dragon's Lair, Gondola Cruise.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.