₹10,700-crore proposed upgrade may redefine Lucknow airport

Hindustan Times
04 September 2026

At the heart of the expansion is the New Integrated Terminal Building (T3). The proposed terminal has a Phase-I built-up area of over 1.15 lakh sq m, with another 33529.88 sq m planned in Phase II

The Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is set for a massive transformation, with its long-term expansion plan envisaging an investment of around ₹10,700 crore and capacity rising to 38 million passengers a year — nearly seven times its pre-Covid traffic.

According to officials, the project was presented by Lucknow International Airport Limited (LIAL) approximately two months ago, with completion anticipated within the next 10 years. The expansion roadmap includes a new integrated terminal, runway extension, cargo and logistics hub, MRO facilities and a proposed fourth terminal. The masterplan envisages 104 aircraft stands, including facilities for passenger, cargo and general aviation operations...

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