Since opening in 1997, the Departure Lounge has welcomed millions of passengers. Nearly 30 years on, we’re reimagining the space for today: enhancing comfort, accessibility and flow so every journey begins with a strong sense of Jersey.
Check out what’s taking shape so far and we can’t wait to share more with you soon.
30 August 2026
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- first coat of paint is going on, bringing colour and character to the space
- New staircase to the mezzanine is coming together
- Toilet doors are now being installed as the new facilities come together
18 August 2026
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- Striking curved granite wall is starting to make its mark
- Staircase to the mezzanine is now being installed
- The home of World Duty Free is really taking shape
- New toilets are coming together, with tiling nearly complete and stylish new sinks going in
3 August 2026
- Stunning granite feature walls are being installed
- Windows to Jersey ready for breathtaking aerial photography
- Stylish new toilets taking shape
- The mezzanine level is now in place – a fantastic new space with runway views
Meet the artists
Art plays an important role in creating a strong sense of place throughout the airport. Meet the local artists helping us create spaces that reflect our island’s unique identity.
Aerial photography
We joined local drone photographer James Bedding – Quad Photography at Grosnez as he captured stunning aerial shots that will soon feature in our new Departure Lounge.
Every image has been chosen to celebrate Jersey’s landscape and create a true sense of place for everyone travelling through the airport.
Wicker cows
Moooooooving here soon… meet some of the newest arrivals heading to our new Departure Lounge…
We caught up with artists Alcindo and Michelle, to see how our incredible wicker cows are coming along, and they’re looking fantastic.
Family Area
We caught up with local artist Drawn By Jamie (Jamie Willow) at the stunning Plémont Bay, to discover the inspiration behind the new, uniquely Jersey Family Area taking shape in our new Departure Lounge.
We’re also working with Brighter Futures Jersey to ensure we create a fun space where children can play, explore, imagine and get ready for their next adventure.
Jamie’s artwork will feature across our interactive wall and flooring, helping create a fun, engaging and inclusive space for young travellers.
Design experts
Every detail of our new Departure Lounge has been inspired by the island we call home.
Axis Mason & Cherry Wood Architecture
Take a look behind the design with Mark from Axis Mason Ltd and Jake from Cherry Wood Architecture, from first sketches and ideas to CGI visuals bringing the space to life
Open during works
We’re keeping essentials open throughout, including the café and World Duty Free. You may notice temporary hoardings and short‑term changes to layouts while we work behind the scenes. Thanks for bearing with us.
Shaped by Jersey, for Jersey
We started with the people – public interviews and over 2,000 Island photographs – to ask what makes you proud of our Island.
A Sense of Place forum brought together voices from across our community, and specialist designers have translated that insight into a calmer, hassle-free journey where you feel informed, understood and welcomed.
The look and feel draw on seven Jersey themes – local granite, coastal paths, cultivated fields, heritage towers, Jersey cows, dappled lanes and wild woodland – so you still feel “in Jersey”, not in a could-be-anywhere terminal.
This once-in-a-generation project will create an airport Islanders are proud of and visitors want to return to. Over the coming weeks when you visit the airport you will start to see more and more of those works, as currently most are behind the scenes. The airport will remain open and we will minimise disruption as much as we can, whilst always keeping you informed.