Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport may not be the biggest airport in the country, but it is proving to be one of the mightiest when it comes to getting travelers where they need to go.
Aviation research and advisory firm Swelbar-Zhong Consultancy announced Friday that Austin Straubel was named the 2025 Best Overall Nonhub Airport in the United States.
There are more than 270 nonhub airports across the country that handle more than 10,000 annual passenger boardings but less than 0.05% of total U.S. passenger boardings. These airports typically connect travelers to larger hubs.
The firm considered Austin Straubel’s air service, airport service quality, strong financial platform for airline economic performance and overall value delivered to passengers and the region.
The airport is coming off its strongest year in nearly 15 years, thanks in part to the 2025 NFL Draft held at Lambeau Field last April.
Airport Director Marty Piette said he takes great pride in Austin Straubel being named not only the best nonhub airport in the country, but also the most improved from 2024.
Piette extended his gratitude to every vendor, partner and employee at the airport for helping achieve the honor.
Major airlines are taking notice as well. Piette said United Airlines plans to increase its flights between Green Bay and Chicago from seven to nine per day in the coming months.
