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Ben Gurion Airport Plans Major Terminal 3 Expansion to Handle 40 Million Passengers Annually

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First reported by Ynet · Jul 1, 2026

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Israel Airports Authority is expanding Terminal 3 at Ben Gurion Airport with a new 63,000 sqm wing to handle up to 40 million passengers annually, following a recent increase in flight capacity. The tender was issued with key deadlines in July and September, but the airport is expected to reach full capacity by 2040, highlighting the need for a new aviation base.

01Ben Gurion Airport plans a 63,000 sqm expansion of Terminal 3 with 86 new check-in counters.
02The project includes a four-story building and a 22,000 sqm logistics facility for screening and sorting.
03Tender issued with a bidders' meeting on July 15 and submission deadline on September 24.
04New control unit will increase hourly flight movements from 36 to 60, a 70% rise.
05Airport expected to reach 40 million passenger capacity by 2040, current expansions won't increase this limit.
06IAA Chairman Yiftach Ron-Tal stresses strategic preparation for future passenger growth and service quality.

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