(Sports Correspondent:Imran Sohail)
Mexico City Airport Rushes $500M Upgrade Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Mexico City’s Benito Juárez International Airport is undergoing a major $500 million renovation as authorities race to complete upgrades ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With the tournament less than a month away, thousands of passengers are currently passing through a busy construction zone filled with ongoing work, including drilling, exposed pipes, and partially completed flooring.
Despite the disruption, the airport environment is also filled with promotional displays for the World Cup, including large soccer-themed installations designed to create a more festive atmosphere for travelers.
According to officials, more than 3,000 workers are involved in the project, working up to 20 hours a day to accelerate progress on one of the country’s largest airport modernization efforts.
Airport engineer Luis Ibarra said the renovations are necessary, noting long-standing issues such as flooding, roof leaks, and overcrowding at the facility.
Authorities reported that the first phase of the project is over 90% complete, although delays and technical challenges have slowed progress. Airport director Adm. Juan José Padilla said the difficulties are largely due to decades-old infrastructure and missing original construction plans in some areas.
Officials remain confident the upgrades will significantly improve passenger experience and airport capacity once completed before the global football event.
