This announcement was made at a conference unveiling the Phú Quốc International Airport Development Plan for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision extending to 2050, and with the aim of having the airport operational in time to serve the APEC Summit Week in 2027.

Perspective of Phu Quoc international airport.

According to the plan (approved in Decision No. 427/QD-BXD), Phú Quốc International Airport will receive significant investment for expansion and comprehensive upgrades. These improvements are intended to meet the socio-economic and tourism development needs of the locality, while also ensuring that the transport infrastructure can support the requirements of the 2027 APEC Summit.

The airport is planned to cover a total area of approximately 1,050 hectares, with a total investment of around VND 26,572 billion (over US$1 billion) by 2030. An additional VND 25,791 billion has been allocated for the completion of the vision by 2050.

At the conference, Uông Việt Dũng, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, stated: “The newly approved plan is a crucial foundation for Kiên Giang Province to implement synchronised investment projects and modernise the infrastructure of Phú Quốc International Airport. This will not only contribute to the successful hosting of the 2027 APEC Summit but also help establish Phú Quốc City as a premier regional destination.”

According to ADCC – Vietnam’s leading aviation construction consultancy, Phú Quốc Airport will be expanded to accommodate up to 18 million passengers per year by 2027, 4.5 times its current capacity of 4 million. By 2050, the airport is expected to handle up to 50 million passengers annually.

In addition to the existing runway, a second runway will be constructed. The two runways, measuring 3,500 metres and 3,300 metres respectively, will ensure efficient and safe operations, serving wide-body aircraft and long-haul international flights from Europe and the United States.

Furthermore, the aircraft apron will be expanded to include 70–80 parking positions, enabling the reception of heads of state and senior leaders during APEC 2027 and facilitating future international events.

The terminal was designed by Singapore-based CPG Consultants.

A key feature of Phú Quốc International Airport will be its passenger terminal, designed by Singapore-based CPG Airport Consultants. The terminal, inspired by a phoenix spreading its wings, symbolises national pride and prestige.

The terminal will include a bay system to international standards, international and domestic terminals, a shopping mall, and an exhibition area. It will feature cutting-edge technologies such as remote check-in, automated baggage sorting, and biometric identification, reducing entry and exit times to just 15–30 seconds per person.

A newly built VVIP terminal, designed by Italian architect Marco Casamonti – the “father” of Phú Quốc’s iconic Cau Hon project – draws inspiration from the eagle ray, representing freedom and fluidity in the ocean.

The overall airport plan also includes auxiliary facilities, such as a cargo terminal and a radar system.

Previously, Phú Quốc announced a series of strategic projects to prepare for the 2027 APEC Summit. These include the APEC multi-functional complex featuring a 10,000 m² Convention and Exhibition Centre, a multi-purpose auditorium, an international press centre, an APEC square, a duty-free shopping area, and an arts and culture palace.

Key infrastructure projects are also underway, including major roads connecting the airport to the city centre and urban landscaping developments incorporating smart transport systems—demonstrating Phú Quốc’s commitment to sustainable development leadership.

Through the simultaneous implementation of strategic projects, including the airport expansion to accommodate 18 million passengers annually by 2027, Phú Quốc is steadily positioning itself as a rising centre for economics, tourism, and international conferences in the region and beyond. These developments are not only aimed at serving APEC 2027 but also lay the foundation for Phú Quốc to attract investment, enhance competitiveness, and deepen its integration into the national economy in the years ahead.