August 28, 2018 ― The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) broke a recent all-time local passenger record in July. This summer the airport served the most local passengers in its 71-year history breaking records in May, June and July.The three month total of 1.2M passengers surpassed the previous record of 1M in May, June, July of 2000. “New destinations, additional frequencies and lower airfares are all contributing to the overall growth we’re seeing,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We thank the community for embracing the positive change and choosing to fly with CVG. Our mission is to make travel through CVG an unforgettably positive experience for all of our passengers.”The number of available aircraft seats has increased 13 percent this year boosting CVG as one of the fastest growing airports in the U.S. Additional flights to nine domestic destinations have been announced or launched this year, including San Jose, San Antonio, Austin, Sarasota, Phoenix, Charleston, Raleigh/Durham, Denver and Jacksonville. Three international destinations were added in the last few months including Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Bahama Island; and low-cost service to Europe with WOW air.Cargo volume continues to drive significant growth at CVG. In July, cargo tonnage grew by more than 13 percent with 101,056 tons. Year to date cargo volume is up 28% over 2017. CVG now ranks as the 8th largest cargo airport in North America.

August 13, 2018 – Construction kicks off this week at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) which will create a new entrance road and improved access to the airport.This summer, and continuing through third quarter 2019, roadway construction at CVG will make way for a new entrance to the Main Terminal and connection to the consolidated rental car facility to be built late 2019-2021, and scheduled to open late 2021.Construction elements include: Elimination of the wide, sweeping loop that supported former Terminals 1 and 2 Partial demo to the Terminal Garage to make way for the new entrance road Traffic flow changes on the arrival/pick-up and departure/drop-off ramps New entrance plaza to Terminal Garage“CVG is experiencing record-breaking growth, and with more passengers coming through our front door this project will improve access to the airport and elevate the passenger experience,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “The updates and new rental car facility will also eliminate emissions from shuttles circling back and forth from rental car lots and the Terminal and continue to make CVG competitive.”CVG encourages travelers to visit [cvgairport.com](http://www.cvgairport.com/about/next/Build) to learn what areas will be impacted. Traffic patterns will change regularly throughout the project. Please take notice of construction signage for efficient wayfinding.[Consolidated Rental Car Facility FACT SHEET](http://www.cvgairport.com/docs/default-source/leadership/conrac-fact-sheet-july-2018.pdf?sfvrsn=6)

July 18, 2018 — The U.S. Department of Transportation released its average airfare ranking report for first quarter 2018. The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) is once again the lowest fare airport in the region.Below is a summary of the results related to CVG:CVG average fare ranked #73 compared to #35 in 1Q 2017, an improvement of 38 positions.CVG average fare of $328 decreased 16% compared to $391 in 1Q 2017. National average fares decreased only 3.7%. CVG’s percentage decrease was four times better than national average.CVG passengers are paying on average $215 less per ticket than four years ago.Regional Comparisons CVG ranked #73 – average fare $328 Indianapolis (IND) ranked #65 — average fare $340 Columbus (CMH) ranked #48 — average fare $362 Louisville (SDF) ranked #32 — average fare $390 Dayton (DAY) ranked #24 — average fare $404 Lexington (LEX) ranked #12 — average fare $431So far in 2018, CVG has launched 10 new routes (San Jose; San Antonio; Charleston; Sarasota; Austin x2; Jacksonville; Raleigh/Durham; Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Bahama Island) including new low-cost service to Europe with WOW air. CVG will launch two new routes the remainder of the year (Denver via Southwest and Phoenix via Delta).

p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #454545} span.s1 {text-decoration: underline ; color: #e4af0a}July 12, 2018 – Vacation Express is happy to announce the start of exclusive, non-stop flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) for the 2019 travel season.  Flights to Los Cabos will depart weekly on Sundays for 6 nights from May 26, 2019 through July 28, 2019. Tickets are available now.This is the first time Vacation Express has offered non-stop flights to Los Cabos, allowing guests an easy way to travel to a beautiful locale in Mexico. It is also the only non-stop flight from Cincinnati to Los Cabos allowing travelers to visit San Jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas and the Hotel Corridor which make up Los Cabos.“Los Cabos becomes the 6th destination served by Vacation Express, and makes CVG the only airport in the region offering nonstop service to Mexico’s west coast,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We’re thrilled that local travelers will have a brand new destination to experience and look forward to launching it next spring.” Flights to Los Cabos will be operated by VivaAerobus on an Airbus A320 aircraft. On these affordable flights, passengers can relax and enjoy a complimentary, non-alcoholic beverage and snack. Travelers to Los Cabos can upgrade to Preferred Plus Seating for only $45 each way, which includes a free checked bag weighing up to 50lbs. and seating in the front rows of the coach cabin for quick boarding and deplaning. Other upgrade options are also available for purchase.While travelers may purchase airfare only for non-stop, roundtrip flights most travelers are booking vacation packages with air and staying at all-inclusive resorts. Packages can be booked online at [](http://www.vacationexpress.com/)[VACATIONEXPRESS.com](http://www.vacationexpress.com/), by calling 1-800-309-4717 or through a local travel agent.

July 9, 2018 — New restaurants are greeting travelers at CVG this summer. Global restaurateur HMSHost opened two new food & beverage options for the busy summer travel season — Hop & Cask in Concourse B by Gate 17, as well as Blaze Pizza in Concourse A.   Hop & Cask celebrates the region’s distilling heritage with a selection of bourbons and whiskeys, as well as local, regional, and national brewery offerings on tap and in bottles. Craft cocktails pay homage to the classics; some of the signature drink offerings include: Old Fashioned with Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Angostura bitters, cane sugar simple syrup, cherry, and orange Angel’s & Demons with Angel’s Envy, Combier, Aperol, Hellfire Shrub, and orange Peaches & Beam with Jim Beam, peaches, basil, and apple juiceHop & Cask’s food menu is just as exciting as the drink selections. The menu spotlights elevated pub favorites.  Menu options include: Bavarian Pretzel Sticks with warm spiced beer cheese and smoked paprika; a Hophaus Board with salami, capocollo, prosciutto, Boursin, smoked Gouda, and cider slaw, served with a garlic crostini; as well as a Beer Cheese Soup with goat cheese crumbles and an herb pita wedge. With views of the tarmac, Hop & Cask offers a distinctive yet cozy environment with interesting artifacts from the Bourbon Trail adorning the walls.“With summer travel upon us, HMSHost is honored to continue our partnership with CVG to bring a variety of new and exciting food and beverage options to satisfy any traveler,” said HMSHost Vice President of Business Development Bryan Loden. “With Hop & Cask, we’re adding an authentic sense of place for both local travelers and visitors with a great selection of the region’s world-class spirits. With Blaze Pizza, we’re giving travelers a fresh, quick-service dining option.”“With our record-breaking passenger growth, and our mission to provide an unforgettably positive travel experience, CVG is thrilled to be working with our concessionaires to add additional food and beverage options for travelers in both Concourses,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer at CVG.

June 26, 2018 — CVG set an all-time local passenger record in May. Traffic was up 20 percent year-over-year with more than 387,926 originating passengers, surpassing the previous record of 378,549 in June 2000.“New destinations, additional frequencies and lower airfares are all contributing to the overall growth we’re seeing at CVG,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “We’re embracing what’s next for our local travelers, and are pleased to offer the most nonstop destinations and lowest fares in the region.”Eight domestic destinations were recently added, including San Jose, San Antonio, Austin, Sarasota, Phoenix, Charleston, Raleigh/Durham and Jacksonville. Two more launch the remainder of the year.Three international destinations were added in the last month including Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Bahama Island; and new low-cost service to Europe began on May 10th with WOW air.Cargo volume continues to drive significant growth at CVG. In May, cargo tonnage grew by more than 22 percent with 108,109 tons; the second highest volume in a single month ever recorded at CVG. CVG now ranks as the 8th largest cargo airport in North America.

May 17, 2018 — Today marks the 5th anniversary of Frontier Airlines at CVG. To celebrate Frontier is giving away two roundtrip ticket vouchers to five lucky passengers on each of its 11 flights today. Other festivities will be taking place at the gates throughout the day. “Our commitment to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky community runs deep. It has been the continued support from the airport, local leaders and most importantly the community that allows us to continue to expand our service and make flying affordable,” said Richard Oliver, spokesperson for Frontier Airlines. “We are proud to continue to serve the surrounding Tri-State area with our Low Fares Done Right philosophy.”The low-fare carrier was the first of the ultra-low-cost brands to operate at CVG, which started service on May 17, 2013 with six weekly flights to Denver. Frontier now offers service to 19 destinations from CVG with more than 80 weekly flights. Known for its family-friendly branding and iconic animal characters on its aircraft tails, Frontier has served more than three million passengers over the last five years at CVG.

p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 16.0px Helvetica}May 9, 2018 – A new era begins in international business and tourism in the Cincinnati region 11:50 p.m. That’s when 20 journalists from seven countries will arrive on the inaugural WOW air flight from Reykjavik, Iceland to CVG. The new service will open up a gateway for local travelers to explore Europe, and create new opportunities for European travelers to discover the Cincinnati region. Representing publications from Iceland, France, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Ireland, the visiting journalists will immerse themselves in a two-day experience that showcases Cincinnati’s arts, culture, cuisine and personality.“As the front door to our region, we couldn’t be more excited to give WOW and journalists from around the world a warm welcome and an unforgettable first impression of our region,” said Candace McGraw, CEO of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). “This new international service at CVG will have a considerable impact on attracting new international visitors and businesses, and we want to take advantage of every opportunity to tell our story to those future visitors.”Journalists will be hosted by a team representing the region’s travel and tourism industry — CVG, Source Cincinnati, the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau, meetNKY and the Cincinnati USA Regional Tourism Network. The journalists will have exposure to the full spectrum of travel experiences across the entire region – best-in-class accommodations, culinary, architecture, arts and culture, and so much more. And they’ll arrive in grand style — the plane will be showered by a water cannon from two fire trucks as it pulls into the gate, a tradition for inaugural flights, and departing passengers will be treated to cake, balloons and music at their gate. The ‘Cincinnati’ sign on the Duke Energy Convention Center also will be illuminated in magenta, WOW air’s brand color.“In the past few years, the Cincinnati region has created an extraordinary buzz in U.S. media outlets like the New York Times, USA Today and dozens more,” said Julie Calvert, executive director of Source Cincinnati, the organization missioned to tell the region’s story to national media outlets. “The opportunity to increase our engagement with international press to help educate global travelers about the incredible experiences they can find in the region will yield benefits for years to come.”WOW air will operate nonstop between CVG and Reykjavik, Iceland, four times per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday) with a new 200-seat Airbus A321 aircraft. WOW air gives travelers access to dozens of new destinations, from Amsterdam and Barcelona to Stockholm and Warsaw.The service will increase to five times per week between June and September. The low-cost airline will offer one-way flights to Iceland starting at $99 and other international destinations for $149. Connecting service will be available to London, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Frankfurt, Dublin and Copenhagen. The new air service is expected to bring 14,000 to 16,000 visitors to the Cincinnati region each year, with an estimated economic impact of $30 million to $35 million.“This new partnership with WOW will have a positive impact on so many fronts – economically, culturally, creatively,” said McGraw. “Today marks the first of thousands of new international travelers coming to our community – many for the first time – and we’re ready. We’ve always known Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky to be a world-class destination – starting today, more of the world will get to experience that as well.”

p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 16.0px Helvetica}May 7, 2018 – American Airlines is relocating its CVG operations to Concourse B effective, Tuesday morning, May 8 with all American flights using Concourse B gates 18, 20, 22, 24 and 26.Ticket counter check-in and baggage service locations in the main terminal will not be impacted.American serves more than 1.1 million passengers annually at CVG with more than 230 weekly flights and 34 peak-day departures. American serves eight destinations from CVG including Charlotte, Washington D.C. (DCA), Dallas (DFW), New York (JFK), New York (LGA), Miami, Chicago (ORD) and Philadelphia.“American’s move to Concourse B is taking place to support a major ramp rehabilitation project on all Concourse A gates over the next two years,” said Candace McGraw, chief executive officer, CVG. “Both American and Delta have been good partners supporting this relocation to enable the construction project.”All carriers remaining in Concourse A will experience temporary gate location changes throughout the two-year ramp rehabilitation project. The CVG staff and partner carriers are working closely to minimize disruption and making the guest experience unforgettably positive.In conjunction with American’s move to Concourse B, CVG will be opening several additional concessions on the east side of the concourse. Hop & Cask, a new bourbon themed restaurant will open on May 8 as well as a familiar favorite Great American Bagel.