Finally, Leeds Bradford Airport has unveiled its £100m terminal extension, with passengers now making use of upgraded facilities and a much more modern airport experience.
The official opening of the brand-new terminal marks the first phase of the airport's ongoing refurbishment.
Phase two will see the existing terminal refurbished to modernise the existing terminal infrastructure.
Inside the new and improved Leeds Bradford Airport, passengers now find a new baggage reclaim area, an upgraded passport control with advanced security technologies, and an 83% increase in seating with uninterrupted views of the runway,
There's also a much, much broader food and drink offering, including a new Tap and Brew bar with SALT beers on tap, Burger King, Monty’s Diner and more.
Leeds Bradford Airport is now home to two new premium lounges, including the new Six Eight One premium lounge that offers seasonal and local food and drink menus.
Upon arrival at the airport, passengers will notice there are still signs of building work outside, including a relocated Meet & Greet parking area - this is while Phase 2 is completed and more information is on the airport's website.
Leeds Bradford Airport has unveiled its new terminal extension. Credit: Supplied
Vincent Hodder, CEO at Leeds Bradford Airport said: "We are delighted to see our new terminal extension open and operational today.
"It has been an incredible journey to get here, and we know our customers are going to get a completely new experience from LBA from today.
"It’s an exciting time for us too; for our employees, stakeholders and business partners, the opening of this building is a huge achievement for all involved.”
John Cunliffe, Commercial Director of Leeds Bradford Airport commented: "Today is a huge milestone for Leeds Bradford Airport.
"Our new terminal is officially open and ready to welcome passengers, offering improve facilities and enabling us to deliver an enhanced experience for passengers in the region.
“As we transition into Phase 2 of the project, the changes will impact the usual passenger flows, and we’d like to thank passengers in advance for their understanding.”
A popular microbrewery in Leeds has launched a £40k Crowdfunder campaign to help them open a new taproom in the city centre.
Born in 2020, Tartarus Beers set out with the aim to produce high quality craft beer with a 'mythical edge'.
From a 100L kit to a 2500L brewery in Sheepscar just outside of Leeds city centre, they have grown to have a small cult following over the years.
They closed their Sheepscar taproom back in 2025, and now they're setting their sites on another location in the city centre so customers can enjoy a freshly poured pint of their lager, IPA or stout.
Images: Tartarus Brewery
And to help them get there, Tartarus have launched a Crowdfunder campaign of £40k asking their following to donate whatever they can to help them reach their goal.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Tartarus said: We are opening a bar in Leeds and would love your help!
"So many of you have asked when we would be opening our taproom or bar! We are excited to say the time is now!... or, well soon. Location to be announced but we can confirm it's in Leeds.
"We have launched a crowdfund and would love for you to get involved...We hope to see you all soon, at the Tartarus Tap!"
Images: Tartarus Brewery
"Expect international beers on tap and in the fridges, plus special events where we will be hosting international breweries! We will of course have a wide range of Tartarus Beers available on tap & in the fridges, plus meads, wines & no-low options. Oh and don't forget the rare bottles from our secret cellar."
So far, the campaign has raised £7,000 with prizes such as a branded t shirt, vouchers and discount cards available as incentives depending on how much you donate.
You can donate to the Tartarus Tap Crowdfunder here.
Leeds Bradford Airport set for complete ‘shutdown’ as 130 workers go on strike
Clementine Hall
Leeds Bradford Airport is set for a standstill as almost 130 workers are set to take industrial action over pay.
If you're planning on catching a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport, then you may want to double check the date.
The Unite members planning on going on strike are a mixture of air traffic control workers, customer experience staff, security staff and cleaners.
The workers involved in the dispute have recently come out of a four-year pay deal, with some of the departments having fallen behind other airports in equivalent roles.
Pay talks have been happening since December 2025, with the airport's formal offer not going far enough to address the lack of pay parity.
Strikes will take place from 03:00 Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for hourly paid staff and from 06:00 Friday 16 October to 06:00 Sunday 18 October for air traffic control workers.
Strike will mean the entire airport will shut down.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: "Leeds Bradford Airport is very profitable and can more than afford to come back to the table with an offer that doesn't fall short of our members' expectations.
"Our hardworking members should not be paid less than those doing the same jobs at other airports. Workers taking action at Leeds Bradford Airport have Unite's full support in their fight for fairer pay."
Unite regional officer Neil Whitaker said: "We know people who have flights planned to and from Leeds Bradford Airport will be concerned to hear of industrial action, however our members have no choice but to strike.
"The airport is profitable, passenger numbers are growing and our members are a major part of its success. They deserve a fair pay rise, and management must come back to the table to deliver this."
Daisy Jackson -
18th June 2025 
