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Construction Projects

Construction Projects

New Passenger Terminal

Efforts by the City of Brownsville and the Department of Aviation are underway to begin construction of a new 91,000 sq. ft. passenger terminal to better serve the needs of the region for business and leisure travel.

Slated for completion 4th quarter of 2020 the current terminal will be replaced by a modern, functional and efficient facility.

  • Render / Floor Plans

Airport Rotating Beacon Upgrade

The FAA awarded BRO with a grant to install a new airport rotating beacon. This beacon is a visual aid for pilots to identify the location of the airport at night and during low visibility conditions.

US EDA Cargo Facility

The US Economic Development Agency awarded a $1,000,000.00 grant to the City of Brownsville, Department of Aviation to build a new 20,000 sq. ft. Air Cargo facility to increase handling capacity, while creating jobs and driving economic development in the region.

Land Acquisition

The City of Brownsville, through an impartial third party consultant has resumed its land acquisition program to increase the safety, health and wellness of the neighboring residents in the adjacent properties southeast of the Airport and will allow for eventual extension of the runway.

Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport

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Fly the New Terminal

Beginning January 20th

Welcome to the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, FAA designated BRO.

Beginning January 20, 2021, all arrivals and departures will occur from the new terminal. If you are departing, please give yourself a little more time to familiarize yourself with the new terminal.

Airlines may also have stricter cut off times for check in and boarding. It is recommended that you arrive to the airport 2 hours before domestic flights, and 3 hours before international flights.

All airlines are located on the first floor. Once you’ve checked your luggage, you will proceed to the second floor where security and all gates are located. To access the second floor, please use the escalator, steps, or elevator. All carry-on bags will also be screened by TSA on the second floor.

Only ticketed passengers are allowed in the airport terminal at this time. As restrictions are lifted, only ticketed passengers will be allowed on the second floor of the terminal.

When flying into BRO, follow the signs to the terminal exits. Make sure you have all your belongings. You will exit through double doors on the second floor. Once you have exited the gate area, you will not be able to return without going back through security.

Bathrooms, a pet area, and a nursing stations are located in the gate area.

A baggage carousel is located on the first floor of the terminal. Baggage claim and rental cars are also on the first floor. For your convenience, there are bathrooms located near the baggage claim area. Taking the elevator from the second floor to the first floor, the door will open facing the baggage claim area.

Feel free to take your time to enjoy the new terminal. Thanks for flying Brownsville.