SALT LAKE CITY — Drivers leaving Salt Lake City International Airport may experience delays starting Monday as crews begin a major repaving project on Terminal Drive.

The construction impacts the roadway leading out of the airport terminal, parking garage, rental car area and rideshare pickup zones. Since Terminal Drive is the airport’s only exit route, officials said travelers should expect slower traffic during peak periods.

“The last time we did this repaving was over 15 years ago and was when we had the old airport in place,” said SLC Airport spokeswoman Nancy Volmer. “So we haven’t done it with the new airport. So this will be new to us to see how it will impact the drivers on the road.”

Airport officials said the paving work will happen in phases through May 27. Two lanes will remain open throughout the project to keep vehicles moving.

“It’s just that one exit point leaving the airport and we’re trying to make it easy on our passengers and drivers,” Volmer said. “We’ll always have two lanes open.”

Travelers are encouraged to leave extra time before flights, especially during peak travel hours. Airport officials also recommend using TRAX as an alternative to driving when possible.

Construction updates and traffic information are available at slcairport.com.