About ONT

It was announced that ownership of Ontario International Airport (ONT) was officially transferred from Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).

Southwest Airlines inaugurated nonstop service between Ontario International Airport (ONT) and Dallas Love Field (DAL).

Dining was dramatically transformed under a long-term agreement with Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitalities Services, Inc. when an investment of $6 million rebranded and refurbished the food and beverage concessions they operate.

LAWA and the OIAA were announced as winners of the 2017 Herman C. Bliss Airports Partnership Award by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the successful transition to economic independence.

Lyft and Uber started offering app-based service when the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) approved the addition of mobile application-based ride-hailing service to the airport ground transportation permit program.

The Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) signed an eight-year concession lease agreement with Hudson Group and HG ONT Retailers JV to upgrade retail concessions, greatly improving shopping options for air travelers and airport guests, as well as generating significant new revenue for the airport.

Omnitrans expanded public transit service to ONT. The route through Pomona, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and Fontana provided easy connections to many other Omnitrans routes, neighboring transit bus operators and Metrolink rail service.

Frontier Airlines flight 1923 arrived from Austin (AUS) with a ton of fanfare when the Denver-based carrier launched service. Frontier’s arrival represented the largest commitment of air service at ONT in more than a decade, bringing the total number of markets served from ONT to 18.

ONT AiRadio launched, making it even easier for air travelers and visitors to get directions and information on parking availability and airline terminals locations.

ONT welcome the arrival of China Airlines flight CI24 from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), marking the start of Ontario’s first nonstop, transoceanic passenger service.

WPizza by Wolfgang Puck, located in Terminal 2, and Einstein Bros. Bagels, located in Terminal 4, opened their doors.

Air travelers got more delicious news with the arrival of Rock & Brews Restaurant in Terminal 4.

Wahoo’s Fish Taco opened in Terminal 4.

Cross Grain Brewhouse and Harvest & Grounds opened in Terminal 2.

ONT received federal grants totaling more than $11.8 million for important infrastructure repairs.

Frontier Airlines launched nonstop service to Orlando (MCO). This new flight became the only nonstop to Florida from any airport in the L.A. Area other than LAX and boosted the number of markets that ONT serves to 19.

JetBlue returned to ONT with nonstop service to New York (JFK).

Ontario became the top U.S. market for shipments of outbound cargo, knocking Atlanta from the No.1 position.

ONT achieved the designation of fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler.

The Premium Airport lounge in Terminal 2 opened, followed by Terminal 4 shortly after.

 Pre-book parking launched.

The Ontario International Airport Authority launched Spanish and Mandarin-language versions of its FlyOntario.com website, marking the continuation of effort to engage and inform air travelers and make their airport experience even more customer-friendly.

ONT welcomes Delta Air Lines flight 996 from Atlanta, marking the launch of daily, nonstop service between the Inland Empire and the carrier’s hub at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), making it the 21^st nonstop destination from Ontario.

ONT’s marketing team won 10 Communicator Awards showcasing ONT’s emergence as the fastest growing U.S. airport. The Communicator Awards is the largest competition in the world honoring creative excellence among communications professionals.

The inauguration of United Airlines nonstop flights serving Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

ONT is named the fastest-growing U.S. airport for a second straight year by Global Traveler.

ONT welcome 5.5 million passengers in 2019, the highest number in more than a decade. America’s fastest-growing airport also drew more cargo activity with shipments of commercial freight up 51%.

The City of Ontario and ONT hosted “Drive-In Movie Nights at Your Airport” during COVID-19.

ONT earned the Customer Service Experience Accreditation by Airports Council International for its ability to identify and understand the needs and expectations of airlines passengers and visitors.

Bob Hope USO opened a renovate center for visiting troops.

Delta Airlines added nonstop flights to Seattle (SEA).

Wingz launched at ONT.

Volaris launched nonstop flights to Mexico City (MEX), making the capital city the second Mexico destination reached nonstop from ONT.

The new FedEx facility opened and tripled the size of the previous space. The centerpiece of the two-year transformation included a 251,000 square-foot complex with a sorting facility capable of handling 12,000 packages per hour. The facility also included nine wide-body aircraft gates, 14 feeder aircraft gates and 18 truck docks.

ONT is name the fastest-growing U.S. airport for a third straight year by Global Traveler.

ONT earned The Airport Health Accreditation by Airports Council International for measures taken to protect the health and safety of air travelers, employees, and visitors in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

ONT earned the “Voice of the Customer” honor by Airports Council International for its dedication to customers during the COVID-19 pandemic and for continuing to deliver a high-quality customer service experience.

Frontier Airlines started nonstop service to Sacramento (SMF) and San Francisco (SFO).

Hawaiian Airlines inaugural flight to Honolulu (HNL).

American Airlines announced nonstop flights to Charlotte (CLT).

Avianca Airlines launched service to San Salvador (SAL).

American Airlines added nonstop flights to Chicago O’Hare (ORD).

Southwest Airlines announced nonstop flights to Austin (AUS) starting March 2022.

ONT’s five-year anniversary of economic independence and the kick-off of a yearlong celebration!