Project Info & News

Construction works at Cairns Domestic Airport

  • Cairns Domestic Terminal remains fully operational throughout the extensive redevelopment.
  • Construction works commenced in August 2007 and are expected to be completed in late 2010.
  • Extension of the terminal to the south has now been completed to create a spacious common user check-in facility.
  • Upgrades to roads and car parking areas are also well underway.
  • Current works focus on completion of the new Arrivals Hall and completion of the upgrade of the Departure Lounge.
  • All baggage claim and all car rental offices are currently located in the temporary arrivals facility at the northern end of the terminal.
  • Safe access will remain for people travelling to the airport by bicycle and on foot.
  • Please allow for possible delays when planning your next trip.

We appreciate your feedback on this milestone project. Please call us on 1800 177 748 with any questions or comments.

This $200 million gateway will offer:

  • Exceptional security and state-of-the-art passenger handling technology
  • Convenient and consolidated check-in areas for all airlines
  • More variety of retail outlets for passengers
  • Five modern aerobridges catering for new aircraft types and improved aircraft access
  • Better access roads, carparks and pedestrian walkways
  • Sustainable development features

The Domestic Terminal Redevelopment is a significant investment into our region and for the 3 million passengers passing through the terminal each year. It will cater for and encourage economic growth for the next twenty years. With your cooperation and support this important project is cleared for take off.

Project timeline

(Indicative project dates only)

Early to mid 2008
  • Introduction of automated multi-view baggage screening for all checked baggage
  • Continued construction of terminal extension at southern end of Domestic Terminal
  • Terminal extension around central entrance of the terminal
  • Upgrade to substation and power supplies
  • Continued upgrade to short and long-term car parks
  • Construction of new retail units
Mid to late 2008
  • Opening of third passenger screening point
  • Apron extension and installation of new aerobridges 21 and 22
  • Completion of first stage of consolidated check-in area at southern end of terminal (Qantas, QantasLink & Skytrans now check-in here)
  • Continued work on baggage handling facilities at southern end of terminal
  • Continued upgrade to car parks and access roads
2009
  • Replacement of aerobridges 19 and 20
  • Continued fit out and refurbishment of retail units
  • Completion of consolidated check-in area at southern end of terminal
  • Redevelopment of baggage claim facilities
  • Qantas Club relocates to mezzanine level
  • Completion of car parks works
  • Completion of access roads
2010
  • Replacement of aerobridge 18
  • Completion of consolidated Arrivals area
  • Completion of Domestic Terminal Redevelopment

 

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