Hollywood Burbank Airport’s New Terminal Opens, Marking End of Decade-Long Project
Hollywood Burbank Airport's new terminal has officially opened for business, welcoming its first passengers on Tuesday, October 13. The decade-long, $1.3 billion project introduces an updated entrance location, a central security checkpoint, and indoor baggage claim facilities.
Los Angeles, CA, October 13, 2026 — Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) has officially commenced operations at its new terminal, welcoming the first passengers on Tuesday, October 13. The opening signifies the culmination of a project that spanned a decade and involved an investment of $1.3 billion.
The newly opened terminal introduces several significant upgrades designed to enhance the passenger experience. Among the key features is an updated entrance location, providing a new point of arrival and access to the facilities. Passengers will now utilize a central security checkpoint, intended to streamline the screening process.
Additionally, the terminal now offers indoor baggage claim facilities. This development replaces previous arrangements and aims to provide greater comfort and convenience for travelers upon arrival. The project’s completion represents a major milestone for the airport, reflecting substantial investment and planning over the past ten years.
The cost of the extensive renovation and construction effort totaled $1.3 billion. Further details regarding specific operational changes or future phases of development were not provided in the summary.
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