Munich Airport Officially Opens New Terminal 1 Expansion

Airport Industry News
Joey Stoate
14 Apr 2026

Munich Airport has officially opened its new pier in the Terminal 1 building.

At 95,000 square metres; the new Terminal 1 Pier will allow Munich Airport to handle up to six million additional passengers per year, and features modern check-in areas, centralised security checkpoints, large waiting areas and new retail and dining options.

Of its six levels, three are dedicated to passenger operations, and include rest and quiet zones, as well as prayer rooms.

The pier is equipped to handle up to twelve short- and medium-haul aircraft, or six wide-body jets at any one time, and is home to approximately 40 international airlines.

Munich Airport Officially Opens New Terminal 1 Expansion | Airport Industry News | 14 Apr 2026