Construction Review
M Kubwa
15 October 2026
Portugal has formally chosen the Alcochete Firing Range on the south bank of the Tagus River as the site for its new main airport. Named Luís de Camões Airport, the mega-project carries an estimated cost of nearly 9 billion euros and aims to open by 2034.
The airport is directly linked to Portugal’s newly launched high-speed rail network. Construction on the high-speed rail line began between Porto and Lisbon, kicking off a major overhaul of national travel. Planners are designing the rail system to serve the new airport directly on the south side of the river. This connection will integrate high-speed trains, new road links, and potential new bridges. Together, the two mega-projects will allow seamless transit between major cities and international flights...
