The first phase of Leeds Bradford Airport’s new £100 million terminal transformation is complete, and with more routes then ever, there are lots of reasons why North Leeds holiday goers should be travelling from LBA.
The first phase of Leeds Bradford Airport’s new terminal expansion is now complete and ready to greet Yorkshire travellers with its transformed departures area featuring more comfortable seating, a greater variety of retail and food and drink outlets, and two new premium lounges.
Improvements have been made to baggage reclaim areas and passport control to streamline the arrivals process and create a smoother, hassle-free experience for travellers. The overall upgrade in terms of passenger experience, comfort, security, and services emphasises LBA’s status as a vital transport hub for Yorkshire and a key factor for regional economic growth.
To further enhance the pre-flight experience, passengers can now enjoy access to two premium lounges, including the brand-new Six Eight One Premium Lounge. Designed with comfort and style in mind, the Six Eight One Lounge offers a relaxing space to unwind before departure, complete with seasonal menus featuring freshly prepared, locally sourced produce.
The new terminal expansion has been developed in line with LBA’s commitment to sustainability and achievement of its net zero goals. All lights in the airport have already been replaced with LEDs and 100% of its electricity comes from renewable energy sources.
“We are delighted to see our new terminal extension open and operational,” said Leeds Bradford Airport CEO, Vincent Hodder. “It has been an incredible journey to get here, and we know our customers are going to get a completely new experience from LBA from today. It’s an exciting time for us too; for our employees, stakeholders, and business partners, the opening of this building is a huge achievement for all involved.”
By the time the LBA:REGEN project completes at the end of 2026, LBA will have:
- 38% more floorspace
- 76% more retail space
- 83% more seating
- 77% increase in luggage reclaim belt capacity
- 50% more security lanes
The airport has also expanded its flight options for 2025, with new routes and increased frequencies. easyJet has new routes to Geneva, Malaga, and Palma, and a new route to Marrakech will be operated by Jet2 as part of over 50 destinations. Ryanair is also increasing to 24 routes.
The £100 million project will continue with phase two, concentrating on improving the airport’s existing facilities. During this time, there may be disruptions to usual passenger flows, particularly for travellers heading to departures.
Check the website to keep up to date with the latest developments: Leedsbradfordairport.co.uk
