Syracuse, New York – The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) announced today that construction activities related to the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility (ConRAC) will officially begin on Monday, March 16, 2026. As part of this next phase of the project, the Arrivals B loop (currently used for passenger pickup) will close to all traffic, and roadway and curbside adjustments will go into effect for the duration of construction.
All Passenger Pickups will occur in Arrivals A
Beginning March 16, all passenger pickups will transition to the Arrivals A south loop. To maintain safe and efficient traffic flow:
- Arrivals A will operate as an ACTIVE PICKUP area only.
- No Standing / No Parking will be strictly enforced. Drivers must remain with their vehicles and actively load passengers.
- Airport staff and public safety personnel will be present to assist travelers and manage curbside activity.
A map illustrating the updated traffic pattern and directions to the Arrivals A loop will be included with this announcement and posted on the airport’s website.
Passenger Pick-Up Waiting Area (Cell Phone Lot) Available for Waiting Vehicles
To reduce congestion at Arrivals A, the SRAA strongly encourages drivers to use the Passenger Pick-Up Waiting Area (Cell Phone Lot) until their party is ready for curbside pickup.
The Passenger Pickup Waiting Area is located on Eileen Collins Boulevard just past Mohawk Global and allows drivers to park free of charge while waiting for arriving passengers.
Commitment to Passenger Experience
These temporary traffic changes are necessary to support construction of the airport’s new ConRAC facility, an investment designed to modernize rental car operations, improve roadway efficiency, and enhance the overall passenger experience at Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Once construction is complete, the project will also deliver a major benefit to travelers by adding 450 covered public parking spaces inside the airport’s garage. These spaces are currently occupied by the rental car companies, and will be returned to passenger parking, providing greater convenience and protection from the elements for future passengers.
“We appreciate the community’s patience as we begin this major phase of construction,” said Jason Terreri, Executive Director of the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority. “The temporary adjustments will ensure continued safe and efficient operations while our team works to deliver a modernized and streamlined airport experience.”
Helpful links:
- For driving directions and a map of parking offerings at SYR, please visit the airport’s Parking Lots & Driving Directions Page.
- For information for Drop Off and Pick Up, please visit the airport’s website Dropping Off and Picking Up
- Book parking now at FlySyracuse.com. The online booking widget is located just below the fold in the “Parking Guide” section of the homepage.
- To learn more about the 29 destinations served by nonstop flights from SYR, please visit the airport’s Destinations Page.
About the SRAA
The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) operates Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) serving Upstate New York, providing a safe, convenient, seamless passenger experience while enhancing economic opportunity, development, and growth in the region. Established on August 17, 2011, the SRAA officially took over operations of the airport from the City of Syracuse on March 1, 2014. The SRAA’s vision is for SYR to be recognized as a best-in-class airport elevating the customer experience and exceeding stakeholder expectations, while using innovative technology and optimizing the economic prosperity of the region we serve.
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