Beijing Daxing International Airport: A New Era in Air Travel
Beijing Daxing International Airport marks a significant advancement in global aviation, enhancing connectivity for travelers in the world’s most populous city. As an architectural marvel, it was designed by the acclaimed late architect Zaha Hadid, showcasing a unique structure that emphasizes efficiency and passenger comfort.
Ambitious Growth Targets
Ambitious growth targets: A staff member greets visiting media on opening day at Daxing. The modest initial operational target at Daxing is to accommodate 72 million passengers and 2 million tons of cargo annually by 2025.
A Striking Design
Beijing Daxing International Airport: An aerial view of the striking new Beijing Daxing International Airport, dubbed ‘starfish’ by Chinese media.
Opening Day Ceremony
Opening day: President Xi Jinping officially declared the airport open during a ceremony on Wednesday, September 25.
Innovative Features
An airport for the future: Designed by the late architect Zaha Hadid, the airport has a terminal the size of 97 soccer pitches, featuring customer-service robots that provide travelers with flight updates and airport information.Opening day: International press, dignitaries and airline representatives joined the opening day ceremony, led by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Passenger Experience
A striking design: Daxing’s sleek, modern interior design is striking, thanks in part to the 8,000 distinct rooftop windows that allow in the sun’s rays.Minimal walking: Daxing aims to reduce walking for passengers, who will traverse a distance of no more than 600 meters (650 yards) between security checkpoints and the remotest gates.Long awaited: The greatly anticipated airport ushers in a new era for air travel to and from the Chinese capital, which has been in desperate need of a second global gateway.
Shopping and Dining
Shopping and dining: The airport is filled with high-end stores and restaurants, all ready to serve passengers.
