International Airport in Ciudad Juárez unveils expanded facilities, nearly doubling its operation capabilities
Ciudad Juárez International Airport Undergoes Major Expansion
The Ciudad Juárez International Airport (CJS) has unveiled a new terminal as part of a significant expansion planned to continue through 2030. The renovation, costing 828.4 million pesos (US $44 million), has not only revamped the facility's infrastructure but also increased its passenger capacity and accessibility.
The expansion aims to serve 2.9 million passengers, a marked increase from the previous capacity of 960,000. The renovation more than doubled the facility's surface area from 6,210 square meters to 13,857.
The airport will now serve 14 domestic destinations, including flights by Viva, Volaris, Aeroméxico, and TAR, as well as cargo operations with DHL and Aeronaves TSM. The new terminal will be operated and managed by Vinci Airports, a French subsidiary of the Vinci Group, which purchased 29.9% of the share capital of OMA in 2022, allowing them to enter the Mexican market.
The renovation created over 380 direct jobs and included several upgrades. Refurbished waiting rooms and restrooms, new furniture, more air conditioning, three new boarding gates, an improved baggage handling system, added automatic doors, upgraded communication and lighting systems, and fire vehicles are just some of the enhancements made.
The expansion also includes an innovative storm drainage system, electrical substations, backup power systems, a redesigned parking area, and the expansion of the concourse. These improvements are part of OMA and Vinci Airports' global strategy to develop airports that meet high international standards of safety, efficiency, sustainability, and accessibility.
The expansion aims to turn the border city into a key node in international connectivity, supporting bilateral trade, boosting tourism, and enhancing business opportunities in the border region. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new terminal was attended by Ricardo Dueñas, general director of Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (OMA), and Chihuahua Governor Maru Campos.
The largest shareholder of OMA, the operator of Ciudad Juárez International Airport, is Grupo Carso. OMA currently operates and manages 13 international airports across nine states, primarily in the northern and central regions of Mexico. The airport's renovation is part of a broader strategy to improve the airport's infrastructure and services.
Between 2026 and 2030, OMA plans to invest approximately $1.1 billion pesos (US $58.9 million) for further expansion of the terminal. As the airport continues to grow, it is poised to play a significant role in the economic development of the border region.
