Travelers using Port Moresby's domestic airport can expect a bigger, more comfortable terminal next year as major upgrade works at Jacksons International Airport pass the halfway mark.

The National Airports Corporation says the Port Moresby International Airport Domestic Terminal Building Extension and Reconfiguration Project have now reached 55 per cent completion, with construction remaining on track for its April 2027 finish date.

Work on the project began in June this year and is aimed at increasing capacity, improving passenger comfort and preparing the airport for growing travel demand.

According to project updates, construction of the new terminal extension is 31 per cent complete. Current works include roof ceiling and soffit installation, demolition activities, floor and wall finishing, installation of toilet fittings and essential service connections.

A key part of the project is the relocation of the PX Kumul Lounge from its current location inside the Domestic Departure Lounge to the former Charter Terminal building.

The new lounge facility, positioned between the domestic and international terminals, is already 99 per cent complete and is expected to open by November 15.

Once operational, the upgraded lounge will offer passengers improved amenities and a dedicated premium travel space while also freeing up valuable seating inside the domestic departure area for the wider travelling public.

The terminal upgrade is part of a broader effort by the National Airports Corporation to modernise Papua New Guinea's busiest airport and improve the travel experience for thousands of passengers who pass through Port Moresby every week.

When completed, the expanded domestic terminal is expected to provide increased space, enhanced services, and improved passenger flow as air travel demand continues to rise across the country.