Ontario International Airport Celebrates 50 Months of Passenger Growth

Ontario International Airport Marks Milestone of Growth

In a remarkable achievement, Ontario International Airport (ONT) has reported a continuous growth streak of 50 months in passenger numbers. This upward trend was announced at a recent meeting of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) Board of Airport Commissioners. April 2025 saw a total of 575,623 passengers, marking a 0.4% increase compared to April 2024.

Consistent Growth Since 2021

The growth at Ontario International Airport has been steady since March 2021. This April, domestic passengers accounted for 539,067, also reflecting a 0.4% increase, while international travelers numbered at 36,556, which is a 0.6% rise from the previous year.

During the first four months of 2025, ONT welcomed over 2 million air travelers, which is a 0.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The domestic passenger volume rose by 1% to 1.9 million, although there was a slight 4.7% decrease in international travelers, totaling 151,364. This indicates a shift in travel preferences, with more focus on domestic flights.

Airline Partnerships and New Routes

Atif Elkadi, CEO of OIAA, highlighted that airline partners continue to show confidence in ONT, which has contributed to the increase in seats offered by 8%. This summer, passengers can expect easier travel to and from Ontario as airlines are adding new routes and expanding services. Notably, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines will initiate daily flights to Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and Chicago/O'Hare (ORD), respectively.

Additionally, STARLUX Airlines will commence new international service to Taipei (TPE) starting June 2, 2025, while Volaris plans to offer multiple flights to various destinations in Mexico, including Los Cabos (SJD).

Air Cargo Growth

The airport has also seen impressive air cargo growth, boasting a significant 16.6% increase in April compared to the previous year. Moreover, freight shipments slightly declined by 0.8%, but mail volume surged by an astounding 437%. From January to April, air cargo tonnage was 10% greater than in the same period last year, highlighting a robust demand among cargo shippers.

Conclusion

Ontario International Airport, as noted in the most recent J.D. Power's North America Airport Satisfaction Study, has solidified its status as California's leading mid-sized airport. Situated about 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, it provides full-service airport facilities with nonstop flights to numerous major airports in the U.S., Mexico, Central America, and Taiwan. For more details, visit www.flyOntario.com and follow ONT on social media platforms for updates.

This recent growth reflects not just a revival in air travel but also the importance of the airport in serving the Southern California community and its visitors, confirming its role as a crucial economic driver in the region.