(MANHATTAN, KS – February 5, 2025) — Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) is pleased to announce 2024 set new records for passengers using the airport.
One such record was enplanements, with 81,712 total passengers boarding a flight out of MHK in 2024. The previous enplanement record of 77,553 was set in 2019. Last year saw a 5.3% increase when compared to 2019.
Similarly, the airport also set a new record for deplanements, with 81,971 total passengers exiting a flight in Manhattan for 2024.
“We have experienced steady growth at Manhattan Regional Airport since the temporary closure for runway reconstruction in 2023,” said Mayor Karen McCulloh. “To see that we have recovered all of our business from prior to that disruption, and now even exceeded the highest rates we were experiencing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, is very exciting and encouraging.”
In all, a total of 163,683 passengers traveled on American Airlines through MHK, which represents a 5% increase from 2019 levels (156,387).
“We are thrilled to set this new benchmark and remain committed to providing the community with an exceptional travel experience at Manhattan Regional Airport,” said Airport Director Brandon Keazer.
“Setting this new annual record emphasizes the strength of air travel in Manhattan. We look forward to serving you again in 2025!”
For more information about Manhattan Regional Airport, please visit flymhk.com. To book a flight through American Airlines, visit this website.
