Just one more year to go.
That’s what Salt Lake City International Airport officials said about the ongoing airport rebuild as they celebrated the latest addition to Utah’s major gateway facility.
The airport recently opened 10 new gates, six additional concessions and a pair of new lounges in Concourse B. The new gates will house arrivals and departures for Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines.
These additions are all a part of “The New SLC” redevelopment program that broke ground in July 2014. Phase 1 of reconstruction opened in September 2020, Phase 2 opened in October 2023, and Phase 3 opened in October 2024. The final 11 gates and six concessions will open in October 2026, making a total of 101 concessions and 94 aircraft gates, city and airport officials have said. The total cost of The New SLC is $5.1 billion.
“We are getting close to the finish line,” said Bill Wyatt, executive director of the Salt Lake City Department of Airports. “It has been five years since we launched The New SLC. With today’s ribbon cutting, we have introduced 10 more gates, six concessions and two new lounges that will elevate the traveler experience through
our airport.”
Wyatt’s remarks were backed by a sign at the end of the newly opened concourse that reads, “We are on our final approach.”
Newly opened concessions include food and beverage concepts Aubergine Kitchen and Moab Brewery — both local brands — and news and gift outlets Art of Aesthetics, Good Earth Market, Hudson and Utah National Parks. Good Earth Market is also a local brand.
The new area includes another of the facility’s popular Sensory Rooms, the airport’s third. Delta Airlines also opened its second Sky Club at the airport and American Express unveiled a new Centurion Lounge, complete with an outdoor terrace.