Munich Airport and Lufthansa have signed a new agreement to strengthen their long-standing joint venture, extending the partnership through 2056 and launching plans to expand terminal infrastructure and long-haul operations in Munich.
A central element of the deal is the expansion of Terminal 2 facilities. A new pier will be connected to the existing satellite building, increasing annual capacity by up to 10 million passengers. The project is expected to be completed by 2035, while the current moratorium on a third runway remains unchanged, with growth to be handled by the existing two-runway system.
The agreement also includes the expansion of Lufthansa’s long-haul fleet and network in Munich, reinforcing the airport’s role as a major international hub. Both parties aim to create the strategic conditions for sustained air traffic growth, while boosting economic performance, job creation, and regional value generation in Bavaria.
Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder described the deal as a milestone, emphasizing plans to expand Terminal 2 capacity and enhance Lufthansa’s long-haul offerings and service quality. Finance Minister Albert Füracker highlighted broader economic benefits, while Munich Airport CEO Jost Lammers noted the partnership will significantly strengthen and expand the hub.
Munich Airport and Lufthansa have jointly operated Terminal 2 since 2003 in a unique European model, with the airport holding a 60% stake and Lufthansa 40%. The terminal and its satellite facility currently offer a combined annual capacity of 36 million passengers.
