Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is continuing a major renovation of Terminal C as part of its large airport development program. The project will turn one of Dallas Fort Worth Airport's oldest and busiest terminals into a more modern space for passengers. Terminal C is an important part of Dallas Fort Worth Airport and is especially important for American Airlines. The airline operates around 200 departures from the terminal on an average day. The renovation is a long-term project, and construction is continuing while the terminal remains in operation. When the work is complete, passengers can expect more space, new facilities and an improved airport experience.

Nine New Gates Already Open

An important part of the Terminal C project was completed in June 2026, when DFW Airport opened nine new gates. The new area added around 115,000 square feet of space to the terminal. It includes new seating areas, passenger facilities and places for restaurants and shops.

9

New Gates Open

115,000

Square Feet Added

June 2026

Opening Date

Five of the nine gates were rebuilt from older terminal infrastructure, while four are completely new gates. The gates also use electronic boarding technology. This can help make the boarding process easier and more efficient for both passengers and airport staff. However, the opening of these gates does not mean the entire Terminal C project is finished. Construction and renovation work is continuing in other parts of the terminal.

A $3 Billion Terminal Project

Terminal C Transformation

$3 Billion Project

The complete renovation of Terminal C is an approximately $3 billion project. DFW Airport plans to make the terminal more open, modern and comfortable. More than 400 columns that can block views inside the terminal are being removed. The project will also raise parts of the roof and add new dynamic glass windows.

Passenger Areas

  • New shops and restaurants
  • Lounge space
  • Updated check-in areas
  • Improved restrooms

When Complete

32

Gates

1M+

Square Feet

Passengers will see changes in many parts of their airport journey. The renovated terminal will include new shops and restaurants, lounge space, check-in areas, security checkpoints and improved restrooms. When the full project is complete, Terminal C is expected to have 32 gates and more than 1 million square feet of space.

Construction While the Terminal Stays Open

One of the biggest challenges is rebuilding a busy terminal while passengers and flights continue to use it. Instead of closing Terminal C completely, DFW Airport is completing the project in different phases. Parts of the terminal can continue operating while construction takes place in other areas.

Built in Different Phases

After the first phase and expansion, other parts of the Terminal C concourse will be demolished and rebuilt in additional phases. This approach allows flights to continue, but passengers may see temporary construction areas, changes to airport roads or different routes around the terminal during the project. The full Terminal C transformation is expected to be completed in 2030.

Part of a Much Larger DFW Airport Plan

The Terminal C project is part of DFW Forward, a major development program at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The program includes billions of dollars in investments across the airport. DFW is improving terminals, adding new facilities, expanding the number of gates and making changes to roads, airport connections and airfield infrastructure.

  • Terminal improvements across DFW Airport
  • More gates and facilities for future passenger growth
  • Road and airport connection upgrades to support airport operations
  • Airfield infrastructure improvements across the airport

Terminal C is an important part of this plan because it is one of DFW's busiest terminals. The airport is preparing its infrastructure for future passenger growth while also improving the experience for travelers using its existing facilities.

What Does the Terminal C Project Mean for Passengers?

More Space and Modern Facilities

For passengers, the biggest changes will be more space, modern facilities and additional gates. Some improvements are already available with the opening of the nine new gates. More changes will arrive as the different construction phases are completed.

Check Your Flight Information

Travellers using Terminal C should continue to check their flight and gate information before arriving at the airport, especially while construction continues.

The project will take several more years to finish, but passengers are already beginning to see the new Terminal C take shape. When the transformation is complete, DFW Airport expects the terminal to offer a more modern and comfortable experience for millions of travellers.