The most important expansion of the country's airport infrastructure, designed to position Lima as a regional air hub and respond to the sustained growth of passenger traffic.
Location: Avenida Morales Duárez s/n, Callao — Peru
Type of project: New building — Airport infrastructure
Status: Built · Operational
Execution period: 2019 — 2025
Description of the project
The expansion of Jorge Chávez International Airport includes the development of a new passenger terminal, a second runway, a new control tower, expanded platforms, new access roads and the implementation of the Airport City concept.
The new terminal has been designed to increase capacity to more than 30 million passengers a year, optimize operating times and raise standards of safety, efficiency and user experience. This project represents the largest airport modernization process in Peru and a strategic milestone for strengthening regional air connectivity.
What makes this project innovative?
- State-of-the art airport infrastructure with independent operating flows and increased capacity.
- Implementation of advanced automation systems, biometrics and 3D technology for security controls
- Intelligent luggage management that optimizes time and reduces incidents
- First airport in the country designed under the Airport City concept, integrating commerce, services, hotels and public spaces
- Architecture focused on operational sustainability, energy efficiency and emission reduction.
Impact and the Project
- Increased operational capacity: It significantly increases passenger flow and improves the efficiency and punctuality of domestic and international flights.
- Energy efficiency: Use of LED lighting, optimized air conditioning systems, digital management and automated equipment with lower energy consumption.
- Saving and efficient water management: Incorporation of energy-efficient toilets and faucets, together with efficient systems for water management in airport operations.
- User well-being: Large and modern spaces, greater comfort, more agile processes, high safety standards and a diversified range of services.
- Urban and economic impact: Generation of direct and indirect employment, promotion of tourism, strengthening of the country's competitiveness and modernization of national strategic infrastructure.
The new Jorge Chávez International Airport marks a turning point in Peru's infrastructure, connecting the country to the world under global standards of efficiency, technology and sustainability.
