Why go
- Village and CDP in New York, US.
- Served by Culver Airfield.
History
Watkins Glen is a village in and the county seat of Schuyler County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,829. Watkins Glen lies between the towns of Dix and Reading. To the southwest of the village is the Watkins Glen International race track, which hosts annual NASCAR Cup Series and WeatherTech SportsCar Championship races, and formerly hosted the United States Grand Prix and various IndyCar races.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 5 airlines, 5 direct destinations
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80, A320) · 2 routes: Sanford, St. Petersburg
- American Airlines AA (Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Philadelphia
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ, CRJ-700) · 1 route: Detroit*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Chicago*
- US Airways US (DH8) · 1 route: Philadelphia*
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.
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Philadelphia
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 1 route: Detroit*
- United Airlines UA (Dash 8-200, Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Newark*
- US Airways US (DH8, CRJ) · 1 route: Philadelphia*
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.
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 Culver Airfield; 6 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Watkins Glen, NY. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.