NEW YORK- JetBlue Airways (B6), The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and Fraport USA unveiled plans for a comprehensive refresh of Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The renovation will introduce over 40 new concessions, art installations, and a redesigned central concourse inspired by New York City parks.
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The first new concessions will open throughout 2025, with the entire project scheduled for completion by the end of 2026. This renovation aligns with the Port Authority’s $19 billion overhaul of JFK Airport.
Terminal 5’s improvements will emphasize locally owned businesses, featuring brands recognized by both New Yorkers and international visitors. The expansion includes more than 18 new local food and beverage options, significantly enhancing customer choices during their time at JFK.
The redesigned center concourse will transform into a space reminiscent of New York’s famous parks, complete with greenery, park benches, concrete chess tables, and warm lighting to create an urban oasis for travelers. This area will also include dedicated space for pop-up experiences, interactive events, and live performances showcasing New York’s cultural scene.
The terminal will feature an art collection with more than 30 works by New York-based artists throughout the facility, establishing Terminal 5 as a cultural destination in its own right and offering visitors an authentic taste of the city’s creative energy.
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Marty St. George, president of JetBlue, said
When it opened, Terminal 5 set a new standard for customer-focused airport design that reflected our mission of bringing humanity back to air travel.
Now, in support of the Port Authority’s plan to redevelop JFK, we look forward to further enhancing the experience for all who travel through this world-class terminal. This isn’t just about new dining and shopping—it’s about bringing the energy of New York into the terminal. From local flavors to spaces that capture the city we love, we’re making T5 more uniquely New York while staying unmistakably JetBlue.”
Marty St. George, president of JetBlue
Sabine Trenk, CEO of Fraport USA Inc said,
We are proud to build upon our collaboration with JetBlue and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to reimagine and elevate JFK Terminal 5.
Together, we share a bold vision of transforming the customer experience — delivering a world-class, dynamic retail and dining destination that captivates customers while driving economic growth and innovation.”
Sabine Trenk, CEO of Fraport USA Inc
Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton said,
JetBlue and Fraport’s commitment to delivering world-class amenities and concessions to our customers aligns with the Port Authority’s goal of transforming JFK into one of the world’s great global gateways.
Creating a uniquely New York sense of place at JFK through the additions of iconic local concessions, art and design will make this terminal a memorable part of the customer journey through our region.”
Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton
Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole added,
JetBlue customers traveling through Terminal 5 will soon enjoy authentic products and dining experiences that represent the best of what our region has to offer. These improvements by JetBlue and Fraport USA embrace our vision of a world-class customer experience that will serve as the front door of this region to the rest of the world.”
Port Authority Chairman Kevin O’Toole
Congressman Gregory W. Meeks emphasized the economic benefits:
I am thrilled to see this transformative project take flight, creating good-paying jobs, empowering small businesses, and driving economic growth while establishing JFK Terminal 5 as a state-of-the-art, world-class gateway. In addition to bringing the vibrant spirit of New York to the terminal, this project will uplift local communities by ensuring New Yorkers have a direct stake in its success and lasting impact through construction, business partnerships, and over 40 new concessions.”
Congressman Gregory W. Meeks
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. connected the project to local communities:
The historic $19 billion redevelopment of Kennedy Airport continues to pay incredible dividends for Queens families. A refreshed Terminal 5 will not only give travelers a fantastic first impression of The World’s Borough, it will create good-paying jobs for Queens residents and concession opportunities for our small businesses. I’m deeply grateful to JetBlue, Queens’ hometown airline, for its investment in our borough and to all our partners for their commitment to the overall reimagining of Kennedy Airport.”
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.
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