1. Introduction
LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) is a major public airport located in Ontario, California, in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. It serves as a key transportation hub for the area.
2. Location
The airport is situated in the city of Ontario, approximately 38 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. Its strategic location makes it accessible to travelers from both the Inland Empire and the Greater Los Angeles area.
3. History
Ontario International Airport has a history dating back to its establishment in 1923. Over the years, it has evolved and expanded to meet the growing demands of air travel in Southern California. It was formerly operated by the city of Los Angeles but was returned to local control in 2016.
4. Facilities
The airport features modern terminals and a wide range of passenger services, including restaurants, shops, and rental car facilities, to enhance the travel experience.
5. Airlines and Destinations
Ontario International Airport is served by several major airlines, offering domestic and limited international flights to various destinations. Airlines such as Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines operate from the airport, connecting passengers to cities across the United States and Mexico.
| Terminal Bldg, Room 200, Ontario, CA 91761. |
| Identifier ONT. |
| Contact Jens Rivera. |
| Phone: 909-937-2700. |
| Fax: 909-937-2702. |
| Air Service: |
| Air Service: |
| Total carriers: 13 |
| All-Cargo: 10, Non-Scheduled Charter: Varies |
| Cargo Space: Ramp/Tarmac |
| Surface for Cargo Handling: 7.35 acres |
| Warehouse Space: No facilities |
| Foreign Trade Zone: Yes |
| U.S. Customs: Yes |
| Traffic and Tonnage: |
| Total ’00 Tonnage 510,721 tons, +4.5 percent. |
| Total ’00 Aircraft Movements 155,501, -0.7 percent. |
| Distance to Connecting Transportation (miles): |
| Rail Terminal: 12, |
| Ocean Port: 50, Interstate Highway: .25 |
| Comments: New belly cargo facility to be completed late 2001; estimated additional 15,000 s.f. and 3,000 s.f. of office space. |