Puerto Vallarta’s international airport is moving steadily toward the completion of its new Terminal 2, with construction now 66 percent finished. The update was shared by airport administrator Omar Gildardo Torres Grajeda during the opening of PV Meetings, an event that brought together 85 meeting planners from across Mexico along with specialized buyers from Bogotá, Colombia, and San José, Costa Rica.
The new terminal is considered a key project for the region’s tourism and business sectors as passenger traffic continues to grow. Last year, the airport handled nearly seven million travelers, reinforcing Puerto Vallarta’s position as one of Mexico’s leading beach destinations.
Designed by renowned architect Benjamín Romano, Terminal 2 represents an investment of 9.2 billion pesos. Construction crews are currently focused on interior finishes, glass installations, and air conditioning systems as the project advances toward its next phase.
Once completed, the terminal will span more than 119,000 square meters and add eight new contact gates and four remote aircraft positions. Together with the existing terminal, the airport will have a total of 19 contact positions and 13 remote stands, improving its ability to manage both domestic and international operations.
Airport officials expect the first six contact gates to begin operating this December, allowing the terminal to support commercial flights during the busy winter travel season.
A major focus of the project is sustainability. Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) is building the terminal to meet LEED Gold certification standards through features such as rainwater harvesting systems, solar panels, and high-efficiency glass facades designed to reduce heat transfer and energy consumption.
The three-level terminal will also include streamlined passenger flow areas, expanded dining options, and VIP lounges aimed at improving the travel experience.
According to GAP, the environmentally conscious design positions Terminal 2 as a new benchmark for sustainable airport infrastructure in Mexico. Beyond increasing capacity, the project is expected to strengthen Puerto Vallarta’s long-term connectivity and support continued tourism and economic growth throughout the region.
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