IATA: CWL / EGFF
Terminals: 1
City distance: 12 km
Annual passengers: 0.9
Cardiff Airport (CWL) is the national airport of Wales, serving approximately 876,000 passengers in 2024. The single-terminal airport is located in Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan, 12 km west-south-west of Cardiff city centre. TUI, Ryanair, KLM, Vueling and Aer Lingus operate seasonal and year-round European routes. While smaller than many UK regional airports, Cardiff offers a calm, uncrowded experience popular with passengers from South Wales and the South West of England seeking short-haul leisure destinations.
Main airlines
TUI Airways, Ryanair, KLM, Aer Lingus, Vueling, Loganair
Getting to/from Cardiff city centre
Bus 304 direct to city centre (70–80 mins, £3.40 single). Train from Rhoose station via shuttle bus (55 mins to Cardiff Central, approx £6). Taxi approx £45 (27–30 mins).
Hotels Near Cardiff Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 hotels listed near Cardiff Airport on Aerfortel, ranging from budget options to full-service properties.
Cardiff Airport is approximately 12 km from the city centre. Taxis, buses, and rail connections are typically available.
Cardiff Airport has 1 terminal. Check your airline's information for your departure terminal.
Bus 304 direct to city centre (70–80 mins, £3.40 single). Train from Rhoose station via shuttle bus (55 mins to Cardiff Central, approx £6). Taxi approx £45 (27–30 mins).
The IATA code for Cardiff Airport is CWL and the ICAO code is EGFF.