Clockwise from far left: Kids’ play zones are near departure gates; the check-in hall’s eye-catching art installation
T3 IN NUMBERS 21 security check lanes equipped with state-of-the-art CT scanners +30% higher throughput at security compared with older checkpoints without CT technology Up to 19 million passengers a year capacity when T3 and first three piers completed Possibility to increase to 25 million when a fourth pier is added 6,000sqm futuristic Marketplace at the heart of the terminal 8 min travel time from T1 to T3 via the new people mover, with a short stop at T2 5.6km total track length for the people mover connection 8,500 parking spaces next to T3 Several hundred bicycle spaces support sustainable access to the terminal
Seating areas are designed as calm, living-room-style landscapes that support a range of needs, from working and charging devices to simply unwinding before a flight. For families, specially designed children’s play zones are integrated directly into the gate areas, enabling younger travellers to move freely while remaining close to their parents. These details make passenger centricity tangible. Rather than treating gates as functional areas, Terminal 3 recognises them as crucial to the overall journey. A design created together and experienced as one One of Terminal 3’ defining strengths is the collaboration behind it. The passenger experience has been developed across teams and disciplines, ensuring that architecture, processes, retail, art and services all support a shared narrative. This consistency is intentional. When every touchpoint aligns, the journey feels coherent rather than fragmented; an increasingly important quality for travellers navigating complex global itineraries. Terminal 3 sets a benchmark When airlines start operating from Terminal 3 from April 23, Frankfurt Airport will enter a new phase in its evolution. Built over 10 years and designed to meet the changing expectations of travellers, the terminal reflects confidence in the future of aviation, and in the importance of experience as part of the journey itself. Terminal 3 invites passengers to arrive with anticipation, pause with enjoyment and depart with a positive final impression, rather than just pass through. This reinforces Frankfurt’s role as a leading global hub and sets a new benchmark for how airports can welcome the world.
hall’s impressive installation, art and culture stay with passengers as they travel through airport as a defining feature of Terminal 3. Throughout the destination, materials, spatial quality and carefully considered details reference Germany’s openness, craftsmanship and contemporary culture. This cultural layer adds depth to the passenger experience, reinforcing a sense of authenticity without overwhelming the journey. As Doris Rösner, Senior Manager Customer Experience at Frankfurt Airport, explains: “Our goal is to give passengers an authentic and memorable experience that feels unique and shows Germany in a fresh and surprising way.” Gate areas designed for people As passengers move towards their gate of departure, the focus shifts to proximity and comfort. Everything required is close at hand, reducing unnecessary walking and creating a more relaxed pre-boarding experience.
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