EYW February Numbers Up 9.4 Percent


  • March 19, 2026
  • /   Katie Atkins
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February At EYW: Another Month, Another Milestone

A sustained trend of record-breaking numbers continues at Key West International Airport. It was EYW’s busiest February on record with a 9.4 percent increase in passengers for the month, year over year. 306,904 passengers have used the airport so far in 2026, reflecting a 6.5 percent increase over the first two months of 2025.

Outpacing Benchmarks

“Key West International Airport’s performance continues to outpace historical benchmarks, reinforcing our position as a leading regional gateway,” said Richard Strickland, Executive Director of Airports. Strickland is pictured at right during a presentation to the Key Largo Chamber of Commerce on March 12, 2026.

Destination Spotlight

JetBlue’s seasonal nonstop service to Boston (BOS) is offered daily through April 28, 2026, aboard the 140-seat next-generation Airbus A220 aircraft. 

Catch the Boston Red Sox 2026 home opener, Friday, April 3, against the San Diego Padres at historic Fenway Park, pictured at left. Then, Boston is off to the races for the 130th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 20, 2026.