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Today marks exactly 100 days since the new pier in Terminal 1 (T1) began operations on April 21, 2026. Since then, approximately 1.5 million passengers have used the pier’s new arrival and departure areas, and they have been delighted. With its comfortable gate and waiting areas, inviting dining and retail spaces, and optimized processes, the expansion is setting new standards and significantly contributing to the airport’s future.

Munich Airport’s new T1 Pier for non-Schengen traffic has been in operation since April 21, 2026. Covering 95,000 square meters, the new terminal area provides additional capacity for up to six million passengers a year and has been designed specifically with international long-haul travelers in mind. Alongside efficient passenger processes, the pier introduces a new world of shopping, services and dining that plays a defining role in the overall travel experience.

Today’s opening ceremony for the ibis Styles Munich Airport marks the addition of a modern, design-oriented hotel to the hospitality offerings at Munich Airport. The new hotel enhances the airport’s existing portfolio of lodging and dining options and underscores the location’s dynamic development as a premier international hub.

With the opening of its office at Munich Airport, the Bavarian-Arab Association is creating a one-of-a-kind contact point for Arab travelers right at the airport. The initiative aims to build a lasting bridge between Bavaria and the Arab world, as well as enhance the passenger experience for guests from this region by making it more personalized, comfortable, and culturally sensitive.

Singapore Airlines, one of the world’s most renowned airlines, is expanding its services at Munich Airport. Starting with the winter flight schedule at the end of October 2026, the number of weekly flights will increase from seven to ten. In addition to the existing daily flights departing around noon, Singapore Airlines will in the future offer evening flights from Munich on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Ten years ago, on April 26, 2016, Terminal 2 Satellite opened at Munich Airport. Since its opening, approximately 93 million passengers have used the facility, and a total of about 672,000 flight movements have been handled. Within the Terminal 2 system, this area accounts for around 30 percent of takeoffs and landings as well as 36 percent of passengers. 

On May 22, 2026, Air Serbia will start operating direct flights between Munich and Belgrade again after 18 years. The Serbian airline will offer daily flights between Munich and the capital of the Republic of Serbia, with a flight time of 1.5 hours. The flights are operated by modern E195 jets. Air Serbia offers a two-class configuration with a total of 118 seats divided between Business and Economy Class.

Today, Munich Airport's new Terminal 1 Pier has officially started regular operations. To mark the occasion, Thomas Hoff Andersson, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer at Munich Airport, personally welcomed travelers. With the new pier now open for regular operations, it sets another milestone in the ongoing development of Munich Airport. 

This afternoon, the new pier in Terminal 1 at Munich Airport was officially opened with a festive ceremony. Around 1,000 invited guests from the worlds of politics, business, and aviation were present for the event. 

Munich Airport and Lufthansa are strengthening their successful joint venture with a new agreement. Key elements include the start of planning for the expansion of terminal infrastructure and provisions for continuing and developing the partnership through 2056. 

For the first time, Munich Airport has been certified at Level 4 of the international Airport Carbon Accreditation program, which is run by the European airport association ACI Europe. This globally recognized certification confirms that the airport is consistently working toward its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2035.

Munich Airport was honored with the title “Best Airport in Central Europe” at the 2026 World Airport Awards ceremony, held on March 18, 2026, as part of the leading international airport trade fair Passenger Terminal EXPO in London.

Munich Airport reached a special milestone in passenger numbers today: At noon, the airport welcomed its one-billionth passenger since it opened in 1992. The airport celebrated this symbolic moment together with its partner, Lufthansa.

Reisende im Terminal 1-Pier dürfen sich auf ein völlig neues gastronomisches Erlebnis freuen. Das neue Gastroportfolio soll klare Benchmarks in puncto Qualität und Komfort setzen. Die fünf Restaurants werden von der Flughafentochter Allresto Flughafen München Hotel und Gaststätten GmbH betrieben.