Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has announced the completion of the International Arrivals Improvements Project, marking the first significant project under the airport’s ambitious ‘Journey With AUS’ expansion program to open.
This milestone project delivers significant enhancements to the Barbara Jordan Terminal’s international arrivals area and baggage claim area, supporting AUS’ mission to modernise, streamline, and expand infrastructure to meet the Central Texas region’s fast-growing domestic and international travel demand.
“This project is a defining example of how we’re shaping the future of air travel in Austin,” said Ghizlane Badawi, Chief Executive Officer, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. “The enhancements to our international arrivals experience significantly improve efficiency and comfort for passengers today while laying the foundation for a more globally connected and passenger-focused airport of tomorrow. It’s just the beginning of what the ‘Journey With AUS’ expansion program will deliver for our community, our passengers, our partners, and our stakeholders.”
The improvements add 20,600 square feet of additional space, including expanded passenger queuing areas, new baggage claim carousels, and upgraded processing facilities for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The result is a more efficient, spacious, and comfortable experience for international travellers arriving in Austin.
These improvements are designed to maximise flexibility within the terminal’s existing footprint, ensuring AUS can accommodate multiple international flights arriving simultaneously with improved efficiency.
The project represents an investment of approximately $13.8 million, funded through traditional airport development sources, including airport cash reserves, airport revenues, and revenue bond proceeds.
This project is the first significant project completed in the ‘Journey With AUS’ program, a multi-year strategic investment plan designed to help expand AUS’ infrastructure while maintaining a high-quality travel experience. While this near-term improvement will significantly reduce wait times for arriving international travellers, more improvements to expand international capacity and baggage claim will be made through the new Arrivals and Departures Hall project, currently in design, and future Barbara Jordan Terminal renovations over the next five years.
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