South China Morning Post
23 Feb 2026
A date has been set for a new era of Hong Kong aviation history to take off. On May 27, the airport’s HK$141.5 billion (US$18.1 billion) three-runway expansion will wrap up with the full opening of its redeveloped second terminal. Completion of the decade-long project sends a powerful message to the world that the air transport hub has turned a page after years struggling with economic woes deepened by civil unrest and the pandemic. Hong Kong International Airport is back – and bigger, smarter and more connected than ever.
The second terminal was designed to be “vibrant, youthful and technologically forward-thinking”, according to Airport Authority chairman Fred Lam Tin-fuk. While most long-haul traffic will continue through Terminal 1, the new addition will be a base for 15 airlines, including Hong Kong Airlines and HK Express. Residents and visitors can expect a more streamlined experience, with smart check-in kiosks and self-service baggage drops...
