What is MDT ?
When you book a flight to or from HIA, you will notice that our Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) booking code is MDT. That stands for Middletown, PA – where HIA is physically located. But that’s not the whole story: MDT also stands for the Money, Distance, and Time you could save by flying out of HIA. Everyone knows that HIA is convenient. But thanks to offerings like AirTran Airways’ daily low fares and nonstop flights to Orlando and Atlanta, fares to most destinations are as affordable as ever. In fact, the average airfare from MDT in 2009 is down by 15%! MONEY: Smart travelers know that when comparing airfares, it’s the total cost of the travel experience that matters. Airline ticket prices are easy to compare, but that comparison can be deceptive. When you add up the entire cost, a lower fare at another airport does not always save you money. DISTANCE: It costs money to drive and park at an airport. The IRS standard mileage rate is 55 cents per mile for business miles driven.
