• Terminal interior at John Wayne Airport
    Capital Improvement Program

    Progress is happening at JWA – We are modernizing and upgrading our facilities.

  • Baby with AirPAWS dog
    AirPAWS Therapy Dogs

    Trained therapy dogs at the Thomas F. Riley Terminal help make travel more enjoyable.

  • Young boy receiving personalized travel assistance at airport
    Helping Hands

    Traveling can be difficult for guests with hidden disabilities. We're here to help.

  • Fly Friendly cover photo - airplane flying over mountains and clouds
    Fly Friendly

    Fly Friendly is an awards program for general aviation jet operators to minimize impacts on our neighbors.

  • John Wayne Airport booth at the Hoag Classic, 2022
    News & Info

    Get the latest news about John Wayne Airport here.

  • Demo real id
    REAL ID Ready

    Starting May 7, 2025 all U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant. Find out more here.

  • Items left on a chair
    Lost & Found

    If you lost an item at security screening or in a public area of the Airport, please contact Airport Police Services for help.

  • JWA Volunteer
    Volunteer Program

    Join our team of volunteer Ambassadors who help enhance the guest experience at the Airport.

  • JD Power Award to John Wayne Airport

    John Wayne Airport Ranks #1 in J.D. Power 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study

    John Wayne Airport (JWA) is proud to announce its #1 ranking in Customer Satisfaction among Large Airports in the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airport Satisfaction Study. This prestigious recognition reflects JWA's unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional guest experience.

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John Wayne Airport News

  • John Wayne Airport Posts April 2025 Statistics

    Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport decreased in April 2025 as compared to April 2024. In April 2025, the Airport served 910,435 passengers, a decrease of 0.7% when compared with the April 2024 passenger traffic count of 916,552. Read more

  • John Wayne Airport Posts May 2025 Statistics

    Airline passenger traffic at John Wayne Airport increased in May 2025 as compared to May 2024. In May 2025, the Airport served 980,663 passengers, an increase of 3.1% when compared with the May 2024 passenger traffic count of 950,740. Read more

  • Pacific Symphony and Carl St.Clair’s Storied Legacy is on Display at John Wayne Airport

    To culminate a milestone season celebrating Music Director Carl St.Clair’s 35-year career, Pacific Symphony’s remarkable history in Orange County is being featured in a curated exhibit at John Wayne Airport presented by the Airport Arts Commission. Now on display until October 13, 2025, visitors can explore the Symphony’s evolution from a regional ensemble to one of the nation’s leading orchestras. Performing music that inspires, entertains and heals, Pacific Symphony is a beacon of artistic achievement both at home and abroad and this exhibit captures the heart of its mission. This inviting exhibition is on view at the airport’s Destination Gallery, located on the non-secure pedestrian bridge connecting Terminals B and C. Read more