Flights from Massena Intl. Airport, Massena

Upstate New York's Massena is an industrial gem surrounded by a wide scope of activities. Even if you come to this city for business, you will want to make time for recreation before you leave. When you fly to Massena International Airport (MSS), you gain access to a unique region with international flavors.

Attractions

Visitors to Massena will find hotels along New York Highway 37. Just east of town on the same highway stands Saint Lawrence Centre Shopping & Entertainment Mall, where you will find local specialty shops mingled with famous retail brands. Hiking and snowshoeing opportunities await in nearby Brasher Falls State Forest. Skiers can drive about an hour and discover challenging slopes within Adirondack State Park. Those drawn to the water will enjoy Massena's proximity to the Saint Lawrence River, a major waterway with abundant recreational options.

Hints and tips

From the terminal at MSS, you can hail a cab or reserve a limousine offered by the airport. Alternatively, you may rent a car at the airport. In early fall, bring your camera to catch images of the leaves turning along the Saint Lawrence. To add a cross-border flavor to your Massena trip, head to the Seaway International Bridge, about 10 miles east of town. Across that bridge rests Cornwall, Ontario, a destination in itself from which you can also drive to cosmopolitan Montreal, Quebec, in one hour.