The Expansion of Quito Airport: A Project That Marks a New Chapter for the City and the Country

At Corporación Quiport, we are proud to present to Quito and to Ecuador the most significant expansion project in the recent history of our airport infrastructure: the 2025 expansion of Mariscal Sucre International Airport. This project—driven by vision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence—opens a new chapter for the country’s air connectivity.

The project began in 2019 and, like many initiatives around the world, was paused during the pandemic. We resumed its construction in 2024, firmly convinced that recovery must go hand in hand with growth. Today, with an investment of USD 74.2 million, we are expanding the airport’s capacity from 5 to more than 7 million passengers per year and strengthening all key processes to deliver a superior experience for our users.

The project added 17,647 m² to the terminal and expanded the apron by 35,000 m², incorporating new operational, commercial, and service areas. We have increased space for international arrivals and departures, expanded check-in capacity, added a pre-boarding lounge for 350 passengers, created new aircraft parking positions, and prepared for the future expansion of our International VIP Lounge.

All of this was made possible thanks to the work of Ecuadorian teams: the construction firm Ekron, our contractors, and hundreds of collaborators who contributed their expertise throughout 17 months of continuous work. More than 500 direct jobs and 1,000 indirect jobs were generated around a project that, at its core, was created to serve the country.

One of the most significant milestones was obtaining the EDGE certification, which recognizes sustainable buildings in terms of energy, water, and carbon reduction. We are the first airport project in Ecuador to receive this distinction—a further step in our commitment to responsible development aligned with international standards.

Another key achievement was that the entire construction phase was completed without any serious accidents, thanks to strict occupational health and safety protocols.

Finally, bringing the new facilities into operation required coordinated work with airlines, ground-handling companies, security authorities, and the broader airport community—demonstrating that major projects come to life only through collaboration and trust.

We extend our special appreciation to our shareholders, whose continued support, vision, and confidence were essential for this project to advance decisively. Their commitment to the country’s development has made it possible to deliver an initiative that strengthens Ecuador’s strategic infrastructure.

The expansion of Quito Airport is not just a physical achievement; it is a clear signal of optimism, growth, and long-term vision. At Quiport, we reaffirm our commitment to the city, to the country, and to service excellence at Ecuador’s main gateway.