China constructs World’s Largest Artificial Island Airport to Handle 43 Million passengers annually

China is setting a new benchmark in aviation infrastructure with the construction of the world’s largest artificial-island airport, the Dalian Jinzhouwan International Airport in Dalian, Liaoning Province. This monumental project is poised to elevate the city’s status as a regional transportation hub while enhancing China's growing role in global trade and connectivity.

Spanning 20 square kilometers (7.72 square miles), this airport will surpass the size of other major international airports, including Hong Kong International Airport and Kansai International Airport in Japan. Once completed, the airport is designed to handle up to 43 million passengers annually, significantly boosting China’s capacity to accommodate air travel demands.

The airport will feature four state-of-the-art runways and a vast 900,000 square-meter terminal, equating to nearly 9.69 million square feet. The terminal is designed to handle large volumes of passengers, ensuring smooth operations at peak times. The construction of this massive infrastructure involves advanced land reclamation techniques, using millions of cubic meters of sand and rock to create the artificial island that will house the airport.

With an estimated investment of $4.3 billion, the airport is scheduled for completion by 2035, marking it as one of the most ambitious projects in China’s aviation history. This mega project will not only serve as a key international airport but also position Dalian as a crucial trade and logistics center. With enhanced passenger and freight capacity, the Dalian Jinzhouwan International Airport is set to play a significant role in boosting regional economic activity and strengthening global connectivity.