Jewar Airport, being developed across more than 5,000 hectares, is set to become the world’s fifth-largest airport and the second-largest airport in Asia. Currently, Asia’s largest airport is King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia, while Shanghai International Airport in China, spread across 3,988 hectares, ranks next. Once completed, Jewar Airport will surpass Shanghai Airport in size, making it Asia’s second largest aviation hub.
If development progresses as planned, this mega infrastructure project in Uttar Pradesh will take full shape within the next few years. Upon completion, Jewar Airport will be almost double the size of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, significantly easing air traffic congestion in the National Capital Region. As per earlier proposals, once operational, it will rank among the top five airports globally in terms of area.
The construction of Jewar Airport has long been anticipated to boost economic growth, tourism, employment opportunities, and business activities in the region. It is also expected to reduce the operational burden on IGI Airport, Delhi. The state government has approved the budget for the project, land acquisition has begun, and groundwork is currently underway.
This massive development is already driving demand for residential apartments and commercial space in nearby regions such as Noida, Greater Noida, Yamuna Expressway, and Jewar. Investors and homebuyers are increasingly exploring residential apartments near Jewar Airport, while businesses are eyeing premium commercial space due to the expected rise in connectivity and footfall.
Proposal to Increase Runways from Six to Eight
The Noida International Airport Limited (NIAL) is preparing a proposal to increase the number of runways at Jewar Airport from six to eight. This proposal will be sent to the state government after completion of the land acquisition process for the first phase, which includes 1,239 hectares of land.
If approved, the airport will be developed across approximately 5,000 hectares, strengthening its position as the world’s fifth-largest airport. This expansion will further enhance the region’s potential for commercial space development, logistics hubs, IT parks, and mixed-use developments, along with premium residential apartments for professionals and investors.
Ranked 5th in the World and 2nd in Asia
Currently, the largest airport in the world is King Fahd International Airport, Saudi Arabia, covering 77,600 hectares. It is followed by Denver International Airport (13,571 hectares) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (6,963 hectares) in the US. Orlando International Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport occupy the fourth and fifth positions with 5,383 hectares and 4,856 hectares, respectively.
With a planned area of 5,000 hectares, Jewar Airport will secure its place as the world’s fifth-largest airport and the second-largest airport in Asia. This landmark infrastructure project is expected to transform the real estate landscape, creating massive opportunities for residential apartments and commercial space across the Yamuna Expressway and Greater Noida region.
