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    Car park was good and very reasonable.

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    We thought the bus would be waiting for us but we had to wait 15 minutes in the freezing cold. Apart from that very good.

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    Cardiff airport

    At the foot of the page, we have the latest traffic information courtesy of the Highways Agency to help you avoid any unnecessary delays.

    Our guide to Cardiff airport - swot up before you fly

    Here at Holiday Extras® we like to give our customers a helping hand. That's why we've provided as much information as we can about Cardiff airport, from baggage and security procedures, to contact numbers.

    Facilities at Cardiff airport - shopping, food and drink

    Cardiff airport has a range of facilities including, cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, a bureau de change, an information desk and a quiet room. Escape the hustle and bustle of the terminal, and relax for up to three hours in the 51 lounge.

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    Getting to Cardiff airport

    Cardiff airport is situated close to Rhoose in the Vale of Glamorgan, 12 miles west of Cardiff city centre. The airport is accessible via junction 33 on the M4. After leaving junction 33, Cardiff airport is clearly signposted. For detailed directions visit our directions page. Should drivers wish to drop off passengers, they can do so outside the terminal.


    Parking at Cardiff airport

    Are you planning to drive to the airport and do you want to leave your car in safe hands while you're on holiday? Look no further for great value parking than Holiday Extras. We offer fantastic on-airport parking, Airparks Cardiff and Airparks Cardiff Return Greet. We recommend pre-booking and you could save up to 60%. Do a search today and see how much you could save.


    Travel by rail, bus or taxi

    The main rail link connects Rhoose Cardiff airport station to Cardiff Central and Bridgend. A free shuttle bus is available to the terminal for all passengers with a valid train ticket. The X91 bus runs between Cardiff Central station and the airport every hour from Monday to Saturday and every two hours on Sundays. Taxi services are available to and from the airport.

    Cardiff hand luggage information

      Cardiff airport hand luggage


    • •Liquids are permitted in containers of up to 100ml
    • •Pushchairs and wheelchairs are allowed after they have been screened
    • •Laptops are now allowed as hand luggage
    • •Some airlines allow no more than one item
    • •Dimensions cannot exceed: H:56cm x W:45cm x D:25cm
    • •No more than one bag of liquids per person

    For more information about baggage restrictions including hand luggage allowance and liquid containers, see our Cardiff baggage and security page.

    Cardiff airport traffic news

    For up to date traffic and weather information for Welsh roads, we recommend visiting trafficwales.org.

    Cardiff airport news

    Short Stay Parking at Cardiff
    The Short Stay car park is now available to book through Holiday Extras. Prices start from just £61.60 for four days' parking. This could be the ideal car park for you if you're travelling on business or jetting off for a few days. Do a search today.

    Cardiff Airparks
    Airparks at Cardiff airport is only three minutes from the terminal and offers free transfers. Book in advance to secure the best prices.

    Long Stay parking at Cardiff | Pre-book for long stay parking at Cardiff airport
    The long stay on airport car park is close to Cardiff airport terminal book from £34.04 for eight days parking

    Improved Access For Disabled Flyers | Pre-book great value parking at Cardiff airport
    Cardiff International Airport have recently unveiled a series of new access schemes to comply with new European laws. The changes to the Rhoose terminal should aid “Passengers with Reduced Mobility” who plan to fly from South Wales.

    Cardiff Airport most punctual | Civil Aviation Authority report reveals
    Cardiff airport has been named as the most punctual in the UK in a performance survey of 75 airports. The survey, released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), identified that 87 per cent of flights departing from Cardiff Airport were on time.