A MAJOR European airport is currently undergoing construction of a new terminal.
The bustling hub will officially open the new £3.6 billion building in 2026, with details already emerging of what travellers can expect.
Frankfurt international Airport is set to open a highly-anticipated new terminal in 2026[/caption]
The existing two terminals at Frankfurt Airport are among the busiest in Europe[/caption]
Construction of the ambitious project first began in 2015 with some areas already complete and ready to welcome the public.
The new terminal will feature modern amenities, such as a 6,000-square-metre marketplace, luxury retail spaces, and a variety of dining options.
It will also include a new Sky Line people mover system connecting passengers to the airport’s existing terminals in just eight minutes.
Frankfurt Airport’s highly anticipated Terminal 3 is set to open ahead of the 2026 summer travel season, with an official date yet to be confirmed.
The terminal is said to be designed for an “unparalleled passenger experience”.
Travel experts at Aero Bernie discussed how the building has been “carefully planned to embody Frankfurt Airport’s core values of service, quality, innovation, partnership, and commitment”.
The terminal’s marketplace will include a unique ceiling design, serving as a focal point for passengers.
“Each element of the terminal’s design and operation has been crafted to enhance the overall travel experience,” travel pros said.
The first phase of the terminal’s opening will accommodate up to 19 million passengers annually.
As well as reflecting Frankfurt Airport’s commitment to meeting the traveler needs, the terminal also highlights its “dedication to sustainability and forward-thinking infrastructure development”.
“The transformation of Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 3 offers an exciting glimpse into the future of travel,” the experts said.
Architects have made the most of natural light in the space, creating walls of windows and limiting artifical overheads.
They have also integrated practical features such as pipes into the architecture to reduce any eyesores.
Meanwhile, Terminal 3 will also include a variety of diverse dining experiences.
Travellers can choose from everything from quick snacks to fine dining overlooking the airfield.
Top 15 busiest airports in the UK
Here are the 15 busiest airports in the UK by passenger numbers in 2023
- London Heathrow – 79.2 million
- London Gatwick – 40.9 million
- Manchester – 28.1 million
- London Stansted – 28.0 million
- London Luton – 16.4 million
- Edinburgh – 14.4 million
- Birmingham – 11.5 million
- Bristol – 9.9 million
- Glasgow – 7.4 million
- Belfast International – 6.0 million
- Newcastle – 4.8 million
- Liverpool – 4.2 million
- Leeds Bradford – 4.0 million
- East Midlands – 3.9 million
- London City – 3.4 million
The terminal building will consist of seven levels, with 99 elevators and 89 escalators.
Christoph Mäckler, the architect who designed Terminal 3, spoke about his vision.
“These days airports have become a destination in their own right,” he explained.
“In fact, they typically receive more visitors than many city centres.
“This makes it even more important for airports to also perform some of the same functions as cities. We’re making this happen in Terminal 3.”
Terminal 3 will include a wide range of dining options and luxury retail spaces[/caption]
The modern space is set to open ahead of the peak summer travel season in 2026[/caption]
