Tomorrow's Airport. Now Arriving.

Northern California’s favorite airport experience is about to get even better with plans to launch six major expansions. Over the next five years, an approximately $1.3 billion improvement will take SMF to new heights and new levels of awesome.

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Pedestrian Walkway

An improved, ADA compliant, walkway for all visitors between Terminal B and Concourse B built with future expansion in mind.

Construction Begins: Summer 2024
Expected Opening: Winter 2025

Additional Gates for Concourse B & Terminal A Expansion

Additional gates, additional ticketing area, baggage claim carousel and office space.

Construction Begins: Winter 2024
Expected Opening: Spring 2027

Terminal B Parking Garage

An additional 4,500-5,500 parking spaces west of Terminal B.

Construction Begins: Fall 2024
Expected Opening: Spring 2026

Milestones
  • July 11, 2023: County Board of Supervisors approved the release of Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
  • July 13, 2023: Issuance of Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
  • July 17, 2023: Terminal B Parking Garage Industry Day Webinar
  • July 26, 2023: Deadline to submit Letter of Interest (LOI) due
  • July 27, 2023: Mandatory In-Person Pre-Submittal Conference
  • August 22, 2023: Deadline to submit Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

New Terminal A Exit Road & Ground Transportation Center

A new exit allowing for a better flow of traffic, and a hub to allow for a more efficient shuttle system.

Construction Begins: Spring 2024
Expected Opening: Summer 2026

Consolidated Rental Car Center

Relocation of our rental car facilities to the terminal area for a streamlined experience.

Construction Begins: Fall 2025
Expected Opening: Summer 2027

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Request For Qualifications Terminal B Parking Garage Project

SCDA is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified Design-Build Entities to provide design-build services to construct the New Terminal B Parking Garage. The SOQs submission stage has closed for this bid.

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Mar 06 2023

SMF sees record-breaking passenger numbers in 2022, announces major expansion program to meet needs

Surge in passenger traffic emphasizes the need for multi-faceted growth plan at SMF

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Feb 01 2023

SMF Launches $1.3 Billion Expansion Project – SMForward

The initiative will expand parking, gates, and create a more seamless travel experience for passengers with the addition of new amenities and services.

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