Austin-Bergstrom breaks ground on new parking facility

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has celebrated the groundbreaking of its newest parking facility, the Yellow Garage.

This multi-level facility will provide approximately 7,000 parking spaces to travellers after its estimated full completion in 2027.

According to the Texas gateway, the Yellow Garage will incorporate intelligent parking systems, fast automatic toll gates and roadway realignment to improve accessibility and efficiency.

“This new garage is a key investment in delivering a smooth and efficient experience for our passengers and serves as cornerstone of AUS’s long-term vision for world class airport,” said airport CEO, Ghizlane Badawi.

“The Yellow Garage sets the stage for the transformational redevelopment of the Barbara Jordan Terminal’s Arrival & Departure Hall.  It’s construction and opening mark a critical step forward, bringing us closer to breaking ground on modernised front-of-house experience for all passengers.”

The new Yellow Garage will replace the existing Red Garage parking facility, which will be removed as soon as the Yellow Garage first opens to the travelling public as early as late 2026.

The site of today’s Red Garage will be the future footprint of a modern and expanded Arrivals and Departures Hall, set to open to the traveling public as early as 2030.

“The Journey With AUS expansion programme is making incredible progress,” said Austin Mayor, Kirk Watson.

“In just the past year, we’ve broken ground on major projects like the West Infill Expansion and Midfield Taxiways. The International Arrivals Improvements, which will be completed later this year, will significantly cut down on how long international travellers will spend waiting for bags.

Today, we’re celebrating another milestone with the groundbreaking of the Yellow Garage, clearing the way for even bigger improvements ahead.”

The Austin City Council authorised $15 million for design and $250 million for construction of the facility. The project is self-funded through airport cash reserves, current and future airport revenues, and future revenue bond proceeds.

As with all Journey With AUS projects, the Yellow Garage does not receive any funds from local City of Austin taxes or private financing.