Dubai South is a planned city that aims to accommodate 1 million people, and its expansion includes the Al Maktoum International Airport, which is undergoing a massive renovation to become the world’s largest airport. The airport will have five runways and 400 gates, with a capacity of 260 million passengers.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai, announced the upgrade of the Al Maktoum International Airport and stated that it was part of Dubai’s vision for future generations. The project will cost $35 billion and will serve as a central hub for global travel, trade, and urban development.
Currently, Dubai International Airport is the busiest in the world, with 87 million passengers in 2023. However, all operations will be moved to the Al Maktoum facility once it is completed. The airport will have five parallel runways and 400 aircraft gates, surrounded by a new city with housing for 1 million people.
Opened in 2010 as Dubai World Central, the Al Maktoum International Airport currently has one terminal and two runways. The airport plays a crucial role in Dubai South’s strategy to create a thriving economic zone with jobs and residences for a million people across 55 square miles.
The expansion of the Al Maktoum International Airport comes at a time when travel to Dubai has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with 17.15 million international visitors in 2023. This growth in tourism and trade highlights the importance of investing in infrastructure to support future development and prosperity in Dubai.
Overall, the expansion of the Al Maktoum International Airport marks an exciting new chapter for Dubai South as it continues its mission to create a sustainable future for its residents while remaining at the forefront of global innovation and progress.
