TAMPA, Fla. – After officially approving the 2023 project, Tampa International Airport announced Thursday that its new terminal has received an updated concept.

The latest rendering of Airside D, the airport’s first new airside terminal in nearly 20 years, was developed this summer. It will now feature two levels, a mezzanine for two airline lounges, and a new shuttle system and walkway.

Concept image Airside D of Tampa International Airport

Other expansions include an international passenger processing area and several shopping and dining areas. TPA officials said the project is expected to cost about $1.5 billion and cover about 55,500 square meters.

“The design phase is an iterative process driven by thorough research and analysis, as well as a careful assessment of facility and operational requirements in close collaboration with the airline, state and other partners,” said Smitha Radhakrishnan, TPA’s executive vice president of planning & development and maintenance. “We want this facility to deliver the world-class travel experience TPA guests expect, while keeping fiscal responsibility at the forefront every step of the way.”

TPA added that final designs for Airside D will be completed in 2025 and it will open to the public in 2028.