List of the Costliest Airports Globally in 2025
Major airports around the world are gearing up for significant renovations and expansions in 2025, focusing on modernization, terminal expansions, new construction, and passenger capacity enhancements. Here's a roundup of some key projects at the top 10 most expensive airports.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (USA)
The Atlanta-based airport is investing heavily in its infrastructure with the $11.6 billion "ATLNext" program. Major 2025 construction includes the widening of Concourse D, increasing its width from 60 to 99 feet, and adding 1,000 seats. The expansion will also double hold rooms and restrooms, and increase the number of domestic gates. Other projects include new off-site parking, road and pedestrian improvements, airfield upgrades, and the addition of a sixth runway and taxiway realignment. The modernization of Concourse E, which includes an Automated People Mover extension, is also underway, with a completion date set for summer 2029 [2].
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (USA)
As part of its $12 billion "DFW Forward" capital plan, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport will invest at least $4.8 billion through 2025. The highlight of the plan is the Q1 2025 opening of Terminal F, which boasts a modular design with the potential for up to 31 gates. The terminal will also feature a new centralized Skylink connection, with a focus on international flights and increased amenities to boost passenger capacity [2].
Hamad International Airport (Qatar)
While Hamad International Airport is not planning any specific 2025 expansions, it continues to maintain its world-class facilities and remains a top global airport for seamless transit experiences [3].
Hong Kong International Airport (China)
Hong Kong International Airport, ranked second for quality, has no specific 2025 renovation plans as of the current search results [1].
Other top expensive airports, such as Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport, are focusing on customer experience improvements like new flooring, restaurants, and volunteer programs, but are not among the top 10 most expensive globally and have no large-scale remodels noted for 2025 [1].
Newark Liberty International Airport (USA)
A runway (4L-22R) at Newark Liberty International Airport is scheduled to reopen ahead of schedule in May 2025 after repairs [1].
Construction on the "EWR Station Access Project" will commence in 2025 at Newark Liberty International Airport [1].
John F. Kennedy International Airport's New Terminal One (NTO) is a top priority for 2025, with a $1.37 billion green bond offering closing in July 2025 [1].
Other Airports
No detailed 2025 renovation or expansion plans were found for other airports appearing in top expensive lists, possibly due to incomplete search data or plans not publicly highlighted yet [1].
In summary, the most significant 2025 airport expansion and renovation efforts among the top 10 most expensive airports center on Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s extensive terminal and airfield improvements and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport’s new Terminal F and related infrastructure investments [2]. These projects aim to enhance capacity, passenger amenities, and operational efficiency in some of the world's busiest hubs.
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- The upcoming expansions at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in 2025, including the width increase of Concourse D and the addition of Terminal F at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, are promising developments that might improve lifestyle and travel experiences for passengers.
- While Hamad International Airport and Hong Kong International Airport have minimal renovations planned for 2025, cities such as Newark and JFK are investing in their infrastructure, such as the reopening of a runway at Newark Liberty International Airport and construction on the EWR Station Access Project, aimed at boosting travel efficiency and catering to growing passenger demands.
