Transport Phu Quoc Airport Expansion: New Terminal to Resemble a Phoenix

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A second passenger terminal at Phu Quoc International Airport, renowned for its vibrant tourist scene in Vietnam, is set to be constructed with a design inspired by the mythical phoenix. This new Terminal 2 will complement the existing T1 terminal, symbolizing the strength and international prestige of Vietnam’s aviation industry.

 

Designed by the Singaporean consulting firm CPG Airport, the phoenix-inspired Terminal 2 will cater to both international and domestic passengers, featuring a shopping center and an exhibition area to meet international standards. The apron will include jet bridges, enhancing the passenger experience with first-class amenities.

 

Advanced technologies like online check-ins, automatic baggage sorting, and biometric recognition will be integrated into the operations to streamline and modernize travel processes.

 

The Ministry of Construction and Kien Giang Province have announced that planning for the airport’s enhancements from 2021-30 is underway, with construction anticipated to be completed by the APEC Leaders' Week in 2027. The development will span 1,050 hectares and require a budget of VND26.57 trillion (approx. US$1 billion) by 2030, and an additional VND25.79 trillion by 2050.

 

A recent report indicates that Phu Quoc Airport's capacity will increase to accommodate 18 million passengers annually by 2027—four and a half times its current capacity of four million. The long-term goal is to expand this to 50 million passengers by 2050.

 

Additionally, a VIP terminal, designed by Italian architect Marco Casamonti and inspired by the image of a sea eagle, will be constructed to accommodate heads of state and high-ranking delegations during the APEC meeting. This terminal, along with a second runway capable of handling wide-body aircraft and long-haul flights, will significantly enhance the airport's capacity and capabilities.

 

Furthermore, the plan includes expanding the aircraft parking area to accommodate 70-80 aircraft, along with the development of auxiliary facilities such as cargo terminals and radar systems.

 

Uong Viet Dung, director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, noted that this ambitious plan is not only designed to support the APEC 2027 conference but also aims to establish Phu Quoc as a premier regional travel hub, elevating it to a leading economic, tourism, and international conference center.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from VN Express 2025-05-13