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Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport

Salisbury, United States

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Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport

Salisbury, United States

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KSBY

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52 ft

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Regional gateway serving Maryland's Eastern Shore and Delaware beaches.

Opened

1933

Location

Salisbury, United States

Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY/KSBY) is a public airport located in Salisbury, Maryland, serving the Delmarva Peninsula including Ocean City, Maryland, and nearby Delaware resort communities. It is owned and operated by Wicomico County and functions as a critical air link for a region that sees significant seasonal tourism traffic. The airport offers commercial service as well as general aviation operations, with its relatively small size allowing for efficient, uncrowded passenger experiences. It has undergone periodic infrastructure improvements to support growing regional demand. Due to its proximity to Ocean City—a major Atlantic coast resort destination—the airport experiences notable seasonal fluctuations in passenger traffic, particularly during summer months.

Terminals

The airport features a single terminal building handling all commercial and general aviation passenger operations.

Getting to & from

Ground transportation options include rental cars, taxis, and ride-share services, with no direct public transit link to downtown Salisbury.

Airlines here

American Eagle (operated by Envoy Air) has historically provided service connecting SBY to American Airlines hubs, particularly Philadelphia and Charlotte.

Notable facts

›Located approximately 30 miles west of Ocean City, Maryland, a major Atlantic coast resort.
›Owned and operated by Wicomico County, Maryland.
›Serves the broader Delmarva Peninsula, covering parts of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia.
›Runway 14/32 is the primary commercial runway at the facility.
›General aviation traffic is a significant component of overall airport operations.

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Gateway to the Eastern Shore and the Atlantic Coast beaches

Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport serves the Delmarva Peninsula in Maryland, offering essential air connectivity to the Eastern Shore region. Established as a regional hub, it provides a low-stress alternative to the major metropolitan airports of Baltimore and Washington for travelers heading to Ocean City and surrounding communities. The airport plays a vital role in linking this coastal and agricultural region to national air networks.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all commercial and general aviation operations with basic passenger amenities.

Ground Transport

Rental cars available on-site from national providers including Hertz and Enterprise
Taxi and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) available outside the terminal
Shore Transit bus service connecting to parts of Wicomico County
Hotel shuttle services offered by select nearby properties

Nearby Hotels

Courtyard by Marriott Salisbury
Hampton Inn Salisbury
Holiday Inn Express Salisbury
Comfort Inn Salisbury
Residence Inn Salisbury

Dining

Inside the terminal, dining options are limited to a small café and snack bar given the airport's regional scale. A wide variety of restaurants, fast food chains, and local seafood eateries are available within a short drive along US-13 and in downtown Salisbury. Travelers heading to Ocean City will find abundant dining choices along the shore about 30 miles east.

Traveller Tips

Arrive at least 60–75 minutes before departure as the terminal is small and security lines can still be unpredictable.
Renting a car is highly recommended as public transport coverage in the region is limited.
Ocean City is approximately a 30-minute drive east — plan accordingly if that's your final destination.
Parking at SBY is affordable and conveniently located close to the terminal entrance.

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Route map (2 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

American Airlines

US Airways

Routes

SBY → PHLAA · DH3

SBY → CLTAA · DH8

SBY → CLTUS · DH3

SBY → PHLUS · DH8

Aircraft operating here

De Havilland Canada DHC-8-300 Dash 82 routes DH82 routes

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