Sunshine Coast Airport Terminal Redevelopment

The design vision is to create a space that celebrates the Sunshine Coast’s natural beauty and lifestyle while providing travellers with a modern, efficient and welcoming gateway.  

The design prioritises natural light with sweeping views of the runway, allowing passengers to experience the excitement of aircraft arrivals and departures from the comfort of the terminal. 

By seamlessly integrating security and check-in, enhancing the arrival experience, and reducing the distance between check-in and boarding gates, the terminal journey is being reimagined to be more intuitive, efficient and welcoming for every passenger. 

Sustainability and accessibility remain at the heart of every design decision, alongside greater passenger seating and amenities. 

Reimagining the journey from drop-off to take-off, the project will almost double the size of the terminal, increase departure gates from five to seven, and expand the departure lounge threefold. 

The Terminal Redevelopment Project is a major milestone in the airport’s expansion with approximately AU$170 million being invested to support the future of the airport as a key tourism and business gateway.  

Importantly, the design is being shaped by community input, ensuring the terminal reflects local needs and expectations with community insights directly influencing key design features, amenities and the overall airport experience. From the look and feel of the terminal to how we welcome and serve travellers, the community is helping shape more than just a space, they are helping shape a better journey. 

The redevelopment will also incorporate sustainable design features such as mass timber, rainwater harvesting, and expanded solar capacity building on the airport’s existing sustainability initiatives reducing the airport’s carbon footprint and supporting a more responsible future for travel. 

The Terminal Redevelopment Project is being delivered in stages to minimise disruption to passengers and ensure continuity of operations. The first stage is already underway, with the new outbound checked baggage handling facility scheduled for completion in early 2026, and the full domestic terminal expansion to be completed by 2027.  

By 2030, Sunshine Coast Airport is forecast to welcome 2.4 million passengers annually.