Category: Commercial Air Service

Two individuals walking through the Purdue University Airport

United flights through Purdue University Airport carry 17,500-plus passengers since August

info for journalists WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue University Airport (LAF) continues to see strong momentum as commercial air service grows, offering Greater Lafayette residents and Purdue faculty, staff and students a convenient, fast, affordable and reliable travel option directly...
The Purdue University Airport (LAF) remains a convenient and efficient option for spring travelers.

Soar into spring with convenient flights at the Purdue University Airport

As spring travel plans start to soar, the Purdue University Airport (LAF) remains a convenient and efficient option for travelers. The easy-to-access airport is located just minutes from campus and the Greater Lafayette community, meaning less time on the road...

Purdue travelers required to have Real ID to avoid fees beginning Feb. 1

As previously announced, airlines began requiring travelers to present a valid state-issued Real ID or other acceptable form of identification on May 7, 2025. Starting Feb. 1, 2026, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will charge passengers $45 to use an...

Make Purdue University Airport your holiday travel hub

As holiday travel plans start to fill your calendar, consider the Purdue University Airport (LAF) for a convenient, stress-free travel experience. Located just minutes from campus and the Greater Lafayette community, the Purdue University Airport offers travelers a comfortable, efficient...

New fields coming to Concur Travel and Expense, TripLink reminder

Enhancements in Concur Travel and Expense will go live on Oct. 20 to better support Purdue’s travel program, including use of the Purdue University Airport, and improve reporting. Features within Concur Travel and Expense include new fields in the airport...

Limited United Airlines lounge passes available with Purdue University Airport business flight bookings

Faculty and staff who book business travel through the Purdue University Airport may qualify for a free one-day United Club lounge pass from Purdue Travel. To support United Airlines’ operations and the new Amelia Earhart Terminal in West Lafayette, the...

History takes flight as new Amelia Earhart Terminal opens at Purdue University Airport and United Express flights by SkyWest begins operation

Purdue University Airport offers convenient, affordable travel

Whether traveling for business, leisure or academic purposes, the Purdue University Airport delivers the ease and efficiency travelers want, with less travel-day stress.

Firefighters with the Purdue University Fire Department participate in an emergency response exercise at the Purdue University Airport on June 16. Photo provided by Administrative Operations Communications.

Emergency exercise prepares responders for flight-related incidents at Purdue University Airport

Firefighters with the Purdue University Fire Department participate in an emergency response exercise at the Purdue University Airport on June 16. Photo provided by Administrative Operations Communications.

Summer flights from the Purdue Airport are available now

This summer, keep the Purdue University Airport in mind as plans for business or personal travel are created. With just a few mouse clicks or taps on your smartphone, you can reserve a seat and find yourself catching a bird’s...