2025 was Columbia Regional Airport’s biggest year with 17% increase in passengers

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Columbia Regional Airport in 2025 had its biggest year in the airport’s history for passengers traveled, according to a Thursday press release from the airport.

The release says the airport had 242,167 passengers in 2025, a 17% from the year prior. Since 2024, the airport has announced more flights to Chicago and Dallas, as well as new flights to Charlotte and Florida. It will also get 600 new parking spaces soon.

"2025 was a defining year for Columbia Regional Airport," airport manager Michael Parks said in the release. "The community's support has fueled this growth, and we're proud to offer more choices, stronger connectivity and an even better travel experience for Mid-Missouri to destinations around the world."

The release says 300,000 total seats are scheduled to depart from the airport in 2026.