Austin airport officials are considering comprehensive multiyear deals with passenger and cargo airlines at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport that will shape the airport’s future and

Currently, Southwest Airlines, which handles about 41% of Austin passengers, is planning to nearly double its gate count when the new terminal opens in 2030. The airline is vying to be an “anchor tenant” in the airport’s second terminal, which could have at least 20 more gates.

The travelers who are sticking by the newest iteration of Southwest Airlines will be pleased to see more flights in one of Texas' major metros. Austin's Airport Advisory Commission is taking up a key discussion item: new airline use and lease agreements at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport,