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Big changes are coming to JetBlue’s flagship Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, which is set to undergo a major New York City-inspired makeover. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) on Thursday announced a major refresh of Terminal 5, which includes adding more than 40 new concessions, art installations, and a redesigned center concourse inspired by the city’s parks. The first new concessions will open later this year, with the terminal improvements set for completion by the end of 2026.
In the heart of the terminal, the center concourse will be redesigned to reflect the charm of “New York’s iconic parks”, according to a press release, with lush greenery, park benches, concrete chess tables, and warm lighting, creating a relaxing retreat for travelers before their flights.
The concourse will also feature a dedicated space devoted to hosting pop-up experiences, interactive events, and live performances to highlight the culture of the five boroughs. To complement this, an art collection featuring over 30 works by New York-based artists will be showcased throughout the terminal, providing a dynamic showcase of the city’s creativity.
Both global and local food vendors will open at the terminal, overseen by Fraport USA, including: Eataly, The Halal Guys, Shake Shack, Jacob’s Pickles, Tiki Chick, Serafina, Benetari’s, Gotham Burger, Birch Coffee, Nom Wah, Devoción, Mister Paradise, the Blind Barber, Leon’s Bagels, DiFara Pizza, Neir’s Tavern and more.
“When it opened, Terminal 5 set a new standard for customer-focused airport design that reflected our mission of bringing humanity back to air travel,” Marty St. George, president of JetBlue, said.
“Now, in support of the Port Authority’s plan to remake JFK, we look forward to further enhancing the experience for all who travel through this world-class terminal. This isn’t just about new dining and shopping — it’s about bringing the energy of New York into the terminal. From local flavors to spaces that capture the city we love, we’re making T5 more uniquely New York while staying unmistakably JetBlue.”
The refresh project is part of the broader $19 billion “JFK Vision Plan,” unveiled in January 2017, which aims to totally overhaul the international airport. Anchoring the plan is the new $9.5 billion all-international New Terminal One (NTO), which broke ground in September 2022 and is being designed by AECOM Tishman and Gensler.
Other components of the project include the $1.5 billion expansion of Terminal 4, led by Delta and JFK, the $425 million expansion of Terminal 8, led by American Airlines, and the construction of Terminal 6, a new 1.2 million-square-foot terminal that was the final piece of the Vision Plan to break ground.
In March 2024, PANYNJ announced the launch of the commercial program for NTO, seeking vendors to help the terminal offer “beloved NYC favorites, global powerhouse brands, engaging guest experiences, and thoughtful amenities under one spectacular roof,” as 6sqft previously reported.
Last fall, the Port Authority also unveiled new concessions programs for Terminal 6 that include Di Fara Pizza, Alidoro Cafe, BKLYN Blend, Fuku, and Hanoi House.
“JetBlue and Fraport’s commitment to delivering world-class amenities and concessions to our customers aligns with the Port Authority’s goal of transforming JFK into one of the world’s great global gateways,” PANYNJ Executive Director Rick Cotton said.
“Creating a uniquely New York sense of place at JFK through the additions of iconic local businesses, art and design will make this terminal a memorable part of the passenger journey through our region.”
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