Myrtle Beach, SC, November 15, 2021 – The Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) continues to see record-breaking passenger counts this fall.
In October 2021, the number of people arriving on flights, or deplanements, totaled 145,464 compared to 112,241 in October 2019. Total passenger traffic, which includes both arriving and departing passengers, totaled 297,075, a 31% increase from 227,517 total passengers in October 2019. Year-to-date total passengers through October 31, 2021 have already surpassed calendar year 2019, MYR’s previous record-setting year.
“After a historic summer, we’re thrilled to see strong passenger traffic continue throughout the fall months,” said Scott Van Moppes, Director of Airports. “Myrtle Beach is on a fast track to becoming a year-round destination and our airline partners have reacted to that demand by extending seasonal markets that would have historically ended after summer concluded. We look forward to the ability to offer our travelers more choices than ever as we move into this next season and we thank our airline partners for their continued commitment to MYR.”
Detailed passenger statistics are located at https://www.flymyrtlebeach.com/media/, under “Facts & Figures”.
About the Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) The Myrtle Beach International Airport is the gateway to Myrtle Beach, SC, the Grand Strand and the Hammock Coast. The Myrtle Beach International Airport is owned by Horry County and operated by the Department of Airports. MYR is served by Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Porter, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country and United. Learn more at: www.flymyrtlebeach.com