On May 9, the Ministry of Construction, in coordination with the Kien Giang Provincial People's Committee, announced the development plan for Phu Quoc International Airport for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050.
The plan, approved under Decision No. 427/QD-BXD, covers a total area of approximately 1,050 hectares, with over VND 26.5 trillion (about USD 1 billion) in investment by 2030, and nearly VND 25.8 trillion more after 2030.
The architectural rendering of Phu Quoc Airport was presented at the planning announcement conference, featuring a new passenger terminal inspired by the image of a phoenix.
According to Mr. Uong Viet Dung, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, the expansion is a key step in modernizing infrastructure to meet rising demand in trade, tourism, and large-scale event hosting - notably APEC 2027.
According to the project presentation by ADCC (Airport Design and Construction Consultancy), the airport will be expanded ahead of the 2027 summit with a target of reaching 18 million passengers annually - 4.5 times its current capacity 4 million. By 2050, the airport aims to serve up to 50 million passengers per year.
The expansion includes a new 3,300-meter runway next to the current 3,500-meter runway, enlarged aircraft parking areas to accommodate 70–80 aircrafts, and the capacity to handle wide-body jets like the B747, B787, and A350, as well as long-haul flights from Europe and the U.S.
Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, Uong Viet Dung, speaks at the conference. Photo: Tuan Trinh
A major highlight is the new passenger terminal inspired by the image of a phoenix, designed by Singapore-based CPG consultants. It will feature cutting-edge technology such as biometric identification, remote check-in, and automated baggage sorting - reducing processing time to just 15–30 seconds per passenger.
In addition, a VVIP terminal will be built to welcome heads of state, designed in the shape of a sea eagle by Italian architect Marco Casamonti, known for the "Kissing Bridge" project.
The project also includes the expansion of cargo facilities, radar systems, and other supporting infrastructure.
The terminal design was created by CPG Consultants, a Singapore-based consultancy
Earlier, Phu Quoc City announced a range of projects to support APEC 2027, including a 10,000 m² Convention and Exhibition Center, an international media center, a cultural and arts palace, a duty-free shopping mall, and road connections linking the airport to the city center.
The airport upgrade is expected not only to support APEC 2027, but also to lay the foundation for turning Phu Quoc into a modern regional aviation hub.
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