The diagrams illustrate the current layout of Southwest Airport and the proposed changes for its redevelopment in the coming year. Overall, while the security and passport control areas remain largely unchanged, significant alterations are planned for the gates, check-in, and other facilities.
Initially, the airport has only 8 gates located on the north side. In the redevelopment plan, these gates will be expanded to a total of 18, extending both northeast and northwest. The current walkways on the northwest side will be removed to make room for two new sky trains positioned centrally between the gates, enhancing passenger movement.
Below the expanded gates, a new shopping area will be introduced in the southwest section of the airport. Although the security and passport control areas in the southwest and southeast will stay the same, the check-in area in the southwest will be relocated to the opposite side and replaced by a new bag drop facility. Additionally, the coffee shop will be moved from its current location to be positioned below the new bag drop area.
Moreover, an ATM and a café will be established in the southwest, adjacent to a new car hire service. The departures area, initially centrally located, will be divided into two separate sections on the southeast side. Similarly, the arrivals area will follow the same pattern, facilitating better passenger flow and service efficiency.