Secret NYC
Natalia Alvarez
01 October 2026
With construction currently at its peak, the sweeping 1.2 million-square-foot facility will replace the former terminals while generating 4,000 local jobs and operating on green solar energy.
The Port Authority is managing a $19 billion transformation of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As part of this redevelopment, the new Terminal 6 is taking shape on the airport’s north side.
The $4.2 billion Terminal 6 redevelopment covers 1.2 million square feet, replacing the former Terminal 6 and Terminal 7 sites with a consolidated facility.
The new arrivals and departures hall features high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that bring natural light into the space.
The terminal integrates touchless technology throughout the passenger route. Travelers will use digital systems at check-in, security, and gate boarding to reduce processing times.
When finished, Terminal 6 will feature 10 new gates. Nine of these gates can accommodate wide-body aircraft...
