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Western Sydney Airport Unveils Terminal Ahead of 2026 Opening

The airport has secured four international carriers for its late-2026 launch despite the metro link slipping to 2027

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Overview

  • The $5.3 billion terminal at Badgerys Creek was officially unveiled on June 10, capping four years of construction
  • Qantas, Jetstar, Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand have all committed to operate from the new 24-hour gateway
  • Trial flights are set to begin in the coming months as the airport prepares for domestic, international and cargo services in late 2026
  • The Western Sydney Airport Metro Line will not be operational until April 2027, delaying direct public transport access
  • The design features a grand veranda entrance, natural light throughout and nearly 9,000 solar panels, and the project has created 12,000 jobs and benefited 360 local businesses