Ontario International Airport. Photo: Red Gerring / Shutterstock Ontario International Airport (ONT) reports a 6.3% increase in passengers in February 2026 compared to the same month last year. Cargo shipments also went up 10.3%.
The Southern California gateway ushered in over 478,000 passengers who chose to fly into and out of ONT, with domestic customer count rising by 2.1%, reaching 433,094, and global volume marking a whopping 55.1% increase to 55,531 passengers.
On a year-to-date basis, says the airport, the number of passengers rised to over 971,000, up 5%, while the number of domestic travelers remained unaltered at 849,708. However, international travelers crossed the 121,812 milestone, signaling a significant 60% increase.
Atif Elkadi, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA): "As we approach ten years of local ownership, ONT has evolved into a gateway that reflects the energy and growth of the Inland Empire and greater Southern California. Our focus on accessibility and ease of travel continues to resonate with passengers and airlines alike, and we’re proud to play a central role in connecting this dynamic region to the world.”
Air carriers with the largest passenger shares in February:
Southwest Airlines (35.4%)
American Airlines (17.0%)
Alaska Airlines (10.6%)
Delta Air Lines (9.0%)
United Airlines (8.9%)