Ontario, California

Lift Off for Avianca Airlines' Ontario, Calif., to San Salvador Service

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Friday, July 2, 2021
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We are sure that this new route is also a great opportunity to promote tourism to El Salvador and California as well."

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  • We are sure that this new route is also a great opportunity to promote tourism to El Salvador and California as well."
  • In addition to Avianca's historic El Salvador service, airlines operating at ONT are offering nonstop service to two dozen popular destinations this summer, six more than the summer of 2019, including Charlotte, Chicago (O'Hare International), Honolulu, Houston (William P. Hobby Airport) and Mexico City."
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.
  • Located in the Inland Empire, ONT is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California.

Ontario International Airport in May reached nearly 80% of pre-pandemic passenger level

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
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ONTARIO, Calif., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Passenger volume at Ontario InternationalAirport(ONT)in May was nearly 80% of its pre-pandemic level, another encouraging sign as the popular Southern California airport prepares to welcome greater numbers of travelers over the summer.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Passenger volume at Ontario InternationalAirport(ONT)in May was nearly 80% of its pre-pandemic level, another encouraging sign as the popular Southern California airport prepares to welcome greater numbers of travelers over the summer.
  • Data released by the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) show nearly 367,000 airline passengers traveled through ONT last month, which was 77.2% of ONT's passenger volume in May 2019.
  • The May report continues a steady climb in passenger volumes heading into the summer travel season.
  • Today, airlines serving ONT offer nonstop service to 25 destinations including six new ones Charlotte, Chicago (O'Hare International Airport), Honolulu, Houston (William P. Hobby Airport), Mexico City and San Salvador.

Ontario International Airport: Summer travel to approach pre-pandemic level

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Monday, May 24, 2021
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ONTARIO, Calif., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Passenger volume at Ontario International Airport (ONT) will approach pre-pandemic levels during the summer travel months, airport officials forecast, as more than 1.4 million air travelers are expected to arrive and depart at the Southern California aviation gateway.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Passenger volume at Ontario International Airport (ONT) will approach pre-pandemic levels during the summer travel months, airport officials forecast, as more than 1.4 million air travelers are expected to arrive and depart at the Southern California aviation gateway.
  • The Summer 2021 travel period begins Friday, May 28, and ends Monday, Sept. 6.
  • "We look forward to a near-normal summer travel season and welcoming many travelers we haven't had the pleasure of serving in more than a year."
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.

Hawai'i lifts quarantine requirement for Ontario, Calif. fliers with negative Covid Clinic test

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021
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The tests must be administered within 72 hours of departure from ONT.\n"We\'re honored to be a Trusted Testing Partner with the State of Hawaii.

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  • The tests must be administered within 72 hours of departure from ONT.\n"We\'re honored to be a Trusted Testing Partner with the State of Hawaii.
  • At Ontario Airport, we\'re committed to the safety and well-being of our passengers, and throughout the pandemic, we\'ve implemented industry-leading health protocols, including our on-site testing clinic.
  • American Airlines operates flights from ONT to HNL, KOA, OGG and LIH via Phoenix.\nOntario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.
  • Located in the Inland Empire, ONT is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California.

Air freight shipments strong at Ontario Airport in February while passenger volume remained soft

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Monday, March 22, 2021
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Thorpe noted, however, that new air services and resumption of suspended flights in coming months bodes well for ONT's recovery.

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  • Thorpe noted, however, that new air services and resumption of suspended flights in coming months bodes well for ONT's recovery.
  • Already this month, American Airlines announced it will begin nonstop service to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.
  • Located in the Inland Empire, ONT is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California.

American Airlines: Ontario, CA, to Charlotte beginning in May

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Monday, March 15, 2021
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American announced earlier this month that it will begin flights twice a day between ONT and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport in August.

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  • American announced earlier this month that it will begin flights twice a day between ONT and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport in August.
  • "We are enormously grateful to American Airlines for showing such confidence in Ontario," said Mark Thorpe, chief executive officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA).
  • American will serve the Charlotte route with Boeing 737-800 aircraft equipped to accommodate 172 passengers with 16 in First-Class, 30 in Main Cabin Extra and 126 in Main Cabin.
  • Colombia-based Avianca Airlines will begin service to El Salvador this summer, the first to Central America from the Inland Empire.

Ontario International Airport earns triple crown honors for dedication to customers during pandemic

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Monday, February 8, 2021
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"At the onset of the pandemic, we quickly enhanced protocols to keep our passenger facilities clean, adopted protocols in consultation with public health authorities and worked tirelessly to reassure our customers that they are safe in our airport.

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  • "At the onset of the pandemic, we quickly enhanced protocols to keep our passenger facilities clean, adopted protocols in consultation with public health authorities and worked tirelessly to reassure our customers that they are safe in our airport.
  • "We are grateful for the loyalty of our customers and recognition from leaders in our industry," Thorpe added.
  • The latest honor completes a triple crown for ONT for its work to engage customers, enhance airport procedures and continue to deliver excellence in customer service in the midst of ongoing challenges never before experienced by the aviation industry.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.

Ontario International Airport earns recognition for commitment to passenger health and safety

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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"While the global pandemic led to a sudden and severe decline in air travel, there were no idle moments for us at Ontario International Airport," said Mark Thorpe, the airport authority's chief executive officer.

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  • "While the global pandemic led to a sudden and severe decline in air travel, there were no idle moments for us at Ontario International Airport," said Mark Thorpe, the airport authority's chief executive officer.
  • Ontario Airport also added self-serve kiosks of personal protective supplies in passenger terminals and a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site on Parking Lot 3 which is available to travelers and neighbors alike.
  • Ontario Airport is experiencing the fastest pandemic recovery among airports in California and the third-fastest among U.S. airports.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.

In year of pandemic, Ontario International Airport saw surge in cargo; passenger volume cut in half

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
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"Despite the challenging passenger numbers for 2020, several airline partners restarted service to popular destinations in the second half of the year and announced additional routes for the first half of 2021," Thorpe said.

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  • "Despite the challenging passenger numbers for 2020, several airline partners restarted service to popular destinations in the second half of the year and announced additional routes for the first half of 2021," Thorpe said.
  • "We stand ready to support airlines operating at Ontario and we are eager to welcome back our customers as coronavirus vaccines become more widely available and travel routines return to more normal levels."
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.
  • Located in the Inland Empire, ONT is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California.

Ontario International Airport: Optimism for 2021 after a challenging 2020

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020
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ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --As the year of the unimaginable came to close,Ontario International Airport(ONT) took stock of the challenges of 2020 and expressed a sense of optimism for the possibilities of the New Year.

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  • ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --As the year of the unimaginable came to close,Ontario International Airport(ONT) took stock of the challenges of 2020 and expressed a sense of optimism for the possibilities of the New Year.
  • "When 2020 began, Ontario was Southern California's newest international aviation gateway and the fastest growing airport in the U.S., in just its fourth year under local control," said Alan D. Wapner, Mayor pro Tem of the City of Ontario and President of the OIAA Board of Commissioners.
  • And as coronavirus vaccines become available to more Americans, I am optimistic we will see a return to more normal travel routines in 2021."
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers.