An artist's impression of Al Maktoum International Airport once expansion is complete. DUBAI SOUTH

Dubai will be home to the world’s largest airport by 2050, according to urban master developer Dubai South. The plan is to make Al Maktoum International Airport, also known as Dubai World Central, the largest airport in the world once it is fully constructed by 2050. It will be able to accommodate up to 255 million passengers per year. “Dubai South will be home to the world’s largest airport once complete, and a multi-modal transport infrastructure linking air, land, and sea. Along with the advantages of a business-friendly free zone, it will also provide a diverse range of residential options,” according to Dubai South. An artist's impression of Al Maktoum International Airport once expansion is complete. Dubai is reportedly restarting the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport, it’s largest construction project yet. The initial phase is set to be finished by 2030 and will increase its passenger capacity to 130 million. The 56sqm Al Maktoum International Airport was launched in 2010 for cargo flights, and was opened to passenger flights in 2013. ICA/Expat Media
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