Denver International Airport (DEN) is celebrating the opening of its latest gate expansion area. DEN, along with Denver-based Frontier Airlines, has fully opened a 120,000-square-foot remodelled and expanded area of Concourse A. The new $220 million ground boarding facility, located on the eastern edge of the concourse, was completed on time and within budget.
Construction of the new facility began in the summer of 2022. It includes 83,000 square feet of remodelled space and 37,000 square feet of concourse expansion. The area is divided into two parallel corridors (north and south) that provide access to six new gate waiting areas, nine remodelled gates and five new gates (a total of 14 gates). The airline started limited operations in the north corridor in February of 2024. The entire area fully opened on 1 October 2024. The expansion also includes office space and an adjacent 8,000-square-foot airline maintenance facility.
“Completing the Concourse A-East expansion project marks a major milestone in our effort to serve 100 million annual passengers within the next several years,” said DEN CEO Phil Washington. “I’m proud of everyone at DEN who ensured this project was completed on time and within budget while maintaining a clear commitment to airport growth to meet our tremendous demand.”
The expansion area includes a variety of features and conveniences for customers including DEN-provided charging stations, a nursing room, pet relief area, family restroom and companion care room. Dining and shopping options are also available.
“We are very excited about the expansion on Concourse A and look forward to providing a great experience for our customers, along with increased operational efficiencies, in conjunction with the new facility,” said Alex Clerc, Senior Vice President, Customers, Frontier Airlines.
