Watertown Regional Airport Passenger Numbers Soar in February
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Watertown Regional Airport Passenger Numbers Soar in February

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Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Air travel out of Watertown is on the rise, with the Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) reporting a solid bump in passenger traffic to close out the winter.


According to the latest data released on March 4, 2026, the airport recorded 1,076 passenger enplanements in February. This marks a major 23% increase compared to February of 2025.


Here is a closer look at how passengers are getting to their destinations:


·        Denver: In February, 550 passengers traveled through Denver. That is a 5% increase from last year.

·        Minneapolis–St. Paul: This route recorded 526 enplanements. This represents a 50% increase when compared to Chicago in February 2025.


Residents with questions or who need assistance are encouraged to contact the airport directly at (605) 882-6209. To learn more or to book your next flight, visit www.watertownsd.us/airport.


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