DALLAS—Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) unveiled plans for its nearly $9 billion capital improvement plan, called “DFW Forward,” which will transform terminals, add new facilities and amenities, grow the number of gates, improve roadways and connectivity, and enhance the airfield. This marks the airport’s largest capital investment since it first opened in 1974.
Work has already started on the airport’s historic multi-year capital plan, with monumental upgrades and expansions underway across DFW’s terminals, airfield, and roadway infrastructure.
“After 50 years of growth, innovation, and service to our community, a new era is now beginning at DFW,” says Sean Donohue, DFW’s chief executive officer. “The incredible upgrades and expansions we have planned across the airport are going to reimagine the customer experience in many ways and provide the needed framework to support more historic growth in air travel to and from north Texas.”
The expansion project will include adding 115,000 square feet and four gates to Terminal C and 140,000 square feet and five gates to Terminal A. Both terminal expansions will feature more travel amenities for customers, including a new restaurant, retail options, seating areas and restrooms.
In addition, in strategic coordination with Terminal C’s first construction phase, the adjacent south parking garage will be completely rebuilt with more parking, with modern parking management technologies to accommodate growth from the terminal’s expansion. The entrance to the garage is scheduled to close Sept. 14 to prepare for demolition later this year. The north and central garage will remain available.
“I am thrilled about the upcoming construction of a reimagined Terminal C at DFW Airport,” says Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson. “As an international city, Dallas flourishes through the global relationships made possible by the third-busiest airport in the world. This monumental expansion will strengthen one of Dallas’ greatest assets, facilitating more dynamic connections with our nation and the world.”
“As DFW Airport embarks on this latest transformation, we are excited to see how these advancements will further enhance the travel experience and strengthen our connection to the world as the DFW Metroplex continues to grow rapidly,” says Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker. “The reimaging of Terminal C is a significant step forward in ensuring that DFW Airport maintains its status as a top aviation hub. We’re committed to supporting this growth and look forward to the new opportunities and benefits it will bring to travelers and the region.”
