Ontario International Airport Reports Continued Growth in Passenger and Cargo Volumes for August
Continued Growth at Ontario International Airport
In August 2025, Ontario International Airport (ONT) reported a welcome rise in both passenger and cargo volumes, further extending its impressive record of year-over-year growth. This upward trend has lasted for 54 consecutive months in passenger traffic and 14 months in cargo volumes, promising a bright outlook for the airport's future.
Passenger Growth Metrics
According to recent data, ONT registered a total of 646,820 passengers in August. This figure reflects a modest increase of 0.5% compared to the same month last year. Notably, the number of international travelers soared with a remarkable 53.7% increase, totaling 53,950 passengers. This boost was largely attributed to the introduction of new air services to Mexico and Taiwan, which encouraged a surge in international travel.
In the first eight months of 2025, the airport welcomed over 4.6 million passengers, translating to a 1.0% increase from the same time in 2024. The growth was driven primarily by domestic travelers, numbering 4.3 million, which saw a slight increase of 0.1%. However, an impressive jump of 14.2% was recorded in international travel, reaching 348,000 passengers.
| Passenger Totals | August 2025 | August 2024 | Change | YTD 2025 | YTD 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| --- | --- | --- | -- | -- | -- | ---- |
| Domestic | 592,870 | 608,360 | -2.5% | 4,330,657 | 4,325,934 | 0.1% |
| International | 53,950 | 35,112 | 53.7% | 348,573 | 305,267 | 14.2% |
| Total | 646,820 | 643,472 | 0.5% | 4,679,230 | 4,631,201 | 1.0% |
Cargo Volume Insights
The cargo sector also experienced growth at ONT, with air cargo tonnage climbing by nearly 1% from the previous year. The total air cargo for August reached 69,023 tons. An interesting observation was the sharp increase in mail volume, which experienced a significant rise of 116%, while freight tonnage saw a decline of 8%.
| Air Cargo (Tonnage) | August 2025 | August 2024 | Change | YTD 2025 | YTD 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ----- | --- | --- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Freight | 58,365 | 63,477 | -8.1% | 451,871 | 470,038 | -3.9% |
| 10,658 | 4,927 | 116.3% | 87,621 | 24,060 | 264.2% | |
| Total | 69,023 | 68,404 | 0.9% | 539,492 | 494,099 | 9.2% |
From January to August 2025, ONT's air cargo tonnage has risen 9.2% compared to the same timeframe in 2024, with mail volume witnessing an incredible increase of 264%.
Strategic Development and Community Trust
Atif Elkadi, CEO of the Ontario International Airport Authority, acknowledged the airport's sustained growth as a testament to the resilience of its aviation and shipping partners, as well as the ongoing support from the Southern California communities it serves. Elkadi emphasized that both passenger and air cargo levels remaining on the rise reflect the strong appeal of ONT's facilities and services.
About Ontario International Airport
Ontario International Airport, known for being California's most favorable mid-sized airport, is situated in the Inland Empire, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. It provides nonstop commercial jet services to a variety of major airports in the U.S., Mexico, Central America, and Taiwan. More details and updates can be found at www.flyOntario.com and by following @flyONT on social media platforms.
The Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA), established in 2012, oversees the management and marketing of ONT, committed to serving the Southern California economy and the residents of its catchment area. OIAA's leadership includes city and county representatives dedicated to the airport's development.
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