The Qantas Group and Melbourne Airport have reached a commercial agreement in relation to key terms that will pave the way for more flights, international lounge upgrades, check-in enhancements and delivery of the airport’s third runway.
The agreement with the Qantas Group will help support Melbourne Airport’s AU$4.5 billion international terminal expansion program, including five additional widebody gates, supporting the Group’s long-term growth plans.
In addition to the terminal expansion, the agreement includes a 15-year commitment for Melbourne Airport’s third runway, which is scheduled to open in 2031
The plans also provide significant room for Jetstar to grow, with Melbourne Airport already the low-cost carrier’s largest port, operating up to almost 1,000 flights per week in peak periods and accounting for around 45 per cent of its overall domestic passengers.
Qantas is also designing a new International Business Lounge, which will give customers sweeping views of the airport from a new space built above Terminal
The lounge will be up to one-third larger than the existing footprint to meet growing demand from premium travellers and Frequent Flyers. Works on the new lounge and fit out are expected to be completed by by2029 read more… source: .https://www.hotelmanagement.com.au/2026/07/31/travel-boost-qantas-group-and-melbourne-airport-sign-major-expansion-agreement/
