Contour Airlines Announces New Daily Service Between Williamsport, PA and Charlotte, NC

SMYRNA, Tenn., Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Contour Airlines today announced the launch of daily nonstop service between Williamsport Regional Airport (IPT) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), beginning October 19, 2026.

The new route will provide travelers throughout Williamsport and the surrounding region with nonstop access to Charlotte, where they can connect to hundreds of destinations across the United States and beyond through Contour's partner airlines. Daily service will offer added flexibility for both business and leisure travel, while giving the region a convenient option to begin their journey closer to home.

For the Williamsport community, the addition of daily Charlotte service provides an option for reaching destinations worldwide. The route also expands the role of Williamsport Regional Airport as a convenient gateway for travelers throughout the region.

"We're excited to bring daily nonstop service between Williamsport and Charlotte and provide the community a convenient way to reach destinations across the country," said Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines. "This route gives travelers in the Williamsport region an easy connection to Charlotte and the many destinations available from there, while also making air travel more accessible for those who live and work in the area."

The new service builds on the airport's commitment to providing convenient, reliable air service for travelers throughout North Central Pennsylvania.

"Our team's priority has always been to provide our region with reliable, high-quality air service," said Eric McKitish, IPT Executive Director. "This partnership with Contour Airlines represents a major step forward for the North Central Pennsylvania region, ensuring that local travelers have seamless access to the national airspace system right from their backyard."

The partnership also brings expanded connectivity and new travel options to the region, with Charlotte providing a convenient gateway for passengers traveling beyond the local market.

"This is a tremendous win for our region," said Frank Pellegrino, Chairman of the Williamsport Municipal Airport Authority Board. "By introducing 30-seat regional jets and targeting Charlotte as our core hub destination, this partnership allows us to offer longer routes and a much better overall experience for business and leisure travelers alike."

Flight Schedule (Effective October 19, 2026):

The service will be operated aboard Contour's 30-seat regional jets, offering travelers a comfortable experience with extra legroom and complimentary snacks and beverages on every flight.

Through Charlotte, travelers can connect to a wide range of destinations, making the new Williamsport service an option not only for those traveling to the Charlotte area, but also for passengers continuing onward to destinations across the country.

For more information, please visit www.contourairlines.com. For customer inquiries or travel assistance, please contact Contour Airlines at (888) 332-6686.

About Contour:

Contour Airlines offers a premium airline product that includes a complimentary snack and beverage service on all flights. Contour operates a growing fleet of regional jets featuring leather seating with expanded legroom in every row. Tickets are available for purchase on Contour's website at contourairlines.com, by calling the Contour call center at (888) 332-6686, and through local and online travel agencies. Travelers can also book seamless connections with Contour's interline partners; Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United.

About Williamsport Regional Airport:

Located in Montoursville, Pennsylvania, the Williamsport Regional Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for Lycoming County and the greater Northern Central Pennsylvania region. IPT is dedicated to fostering regional economic growth by providing safe, convenient, and reliable aviation services for commercial passengers and general aviation. For more information, visit IPT's website at flyIPT.com or call (570) 368-2444.

SOURCE Contour Airlines