John Wayne Airport Makes Family Travel Easier!

We understand the unique challenges facing traveling families and we are always looking for new ways to offer families relief and comfort. The Airport offers several family friendly amenities to make your travel more enjoyable, including a new TSA Family Lane at Security Screening. The TSA checkpoint in Terminal B has a designated Family Lane …

Making Miles of Wishes Come True!

Beginning September 1 through November 30, 2025 John Wayne Airport will once again partner with Make-A-Wish Orange County and Inland Empire to help grant wishes for local children battling critical illnesses. The “Trips that Transform” campaign accepts donations of unused, low balance or soon-to-expire airline miles for American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and United Airlines. Every …

Summer Fun!

It was all smiles on Thursday, August 21, for our summer fun day celebration. The Airport hosted a children’s event with balloon twisting, face painting, and JWA-branded giveaways, including fun guides, crayons, and airplane squishies.  Many families stopped for face painting and balloon animals, and we gave away more than 100 gift bags during the …

New Nursing Pod Now Open

John Wayne Airport now offers two locations in the Terminal for breastfeeding mothers. A new lactation pod located in the Terminal C baggage claim area provides a private and comfortable space to nurse or pump. The Mamava Pod includes built-in seating, countertop, mirror & coat hook, along with outlet and USB port.  It is free …

Children’s Play Area Opens at John Wayne Airport!

Thursday, February 6, 2025, marked the opening of the new Children’s Play Area, designed to provide a fun and engaging space for families traveling through the Terminal. Inspired by the beauty of Orange County, the play area features interactive elements that reflect the region’s coastal charm, including a lifeguard tower, sea lion, sandcastle, and surfboard …

Balboa Island Museum Featured

Balboa Island Museum (BIM) is featured in John Wayne Airport’s Destination Gallery, located on the upper level, between Terminals B & C. The Exhibit highlights attractions, both past and present, of Balboa Island, Newport Beach.

JWA Wins Award of Distinction

John Wayne Airport received the 2024 Excellence in Public Information & Communications Award of Distinction from the California Association of Public Information Officials (CAPIO). The “Marketing Plan Campaign” award was received for the Airport’s “100 Years of Flight” celebration. The Airport developed a marketing and communications campaign to celebrate 100 Years of Flight in Orange …

Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails Now Open!

John Wayne Airport is excited to bring another local culinary offering to our guests. The premier fast-casual concept specializes in affordable, nutritious cuisine made with the highest quality, finest and freshest ingredients, served in a fun, comfortable and relaxed environment. Perfect for travelers looking for healthy dining options on the go, Greenleaf Kitchen & Cocktails …