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Four Floors of Terminal Expansion Arriving Early Next Year at AUS
Early next year, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is getting a four-layer cake of a building! Called the West Infill project, construction crews have been hard at work building four floors, expanding the Barbara Jordan Terminal by a sweet…
Behind the Takeoff with Jason Alexander
At Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), the planes may take off from the runway, but there’s a whole other kind of lift happening behind the scenes, one powered by people like Jason Alexander, Deputy Chief of Airport Affairs. Jason is no…
Staying Cool While Traveling: Heat Safety Tips from Austin Public Health

Austin summers bring high temperatures and humidity, which can lead to heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or you're a local flying out, hydration and staying cool are key.

Across the Atlantic: What to do with your time in London
Since 2014, British Airways has been proud to offer nonstop service to London, United Kingdom (LHR- Heathrow Airport), connecting Austin to Europe more directly than ever before. But whether you have already made the trip or not, this year couldn’t…
Get to Mexico City on the Double!
Starting June 26 through August 18, Aeroméxico is flying out of Austin twice daily, increasing their frequency to 14 flights weekly! Those traveling to Mexico City with Aeroméxico will fly aboard the E190, offering much more space with 99 seats: 11…
From Capital to Capital: A Guide to Amsterdam for Austinites
From taking a stroll through the Blanton Museum of Art to swimming in Barton Springs and enjoying a scoop of ice cream from Amy’s Ice Creams, culture, nature, and food define Austin. What makes the capital of Texas special is also what makes the…
Barbara Jordan Terminal: The Story Behind the Name
Travelers making their way through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport might notice the name of the main terminal: Barbara Jordan. But who was she, and why does her name greet millions of travelers each year? The honorable Barbara Charline Jordan…
Filling You In on the Atrium Infill
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is making the best use of its existing space—by filling it in! Currently, there is a lot of open space above the baggage claim area at AUS. With record-breaking passenger and airline activity growth over…
2024: A Year of Milestones at AUS!
Y’all… what a year! As we look back at 2024, we’re feeling pretty dang proud of everything we accomplished together at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). From big-time travel stats to even bigger taco sales (yes, seriously), here’s a look…

  • About this blog

    Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is one of the fastest growing airports in the country. AUS experienced a fast and robust pandemic recovery, with more airline seat growth than any other airport between 2019 and 2022. Follow along the airport’s transformation from a medium-hub airport to a large-hub airport with the Fly AUS Blog. Learn about the airport’s expansion and development program, Journey With AUS, get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to operate a 24/7 critical infrastructure facility, learn about career and business opportunities, get the latest on airport concessions, nonstop services and more.