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About Cardiff Airport
As the Welsh capital's leading departure point, Cardiff Airport is an important hub for those looking to fly throughout the UK and further afield, be it for work or play.
With one main terminal building, Cardiff Airport is relatively easy to navigate, and where you'll find many familiar airline such as Ryanair, KLM and TUI among others all operating from.
With some of its most popular routes including Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Dublin, Malaga and Alicante, it's clear that Cardiff Airport is used by both those off on sunny holidays as well as those escaping on city breaks.
Cardiff Airport parking options
It might only have one terminal but Cardiff Airport is the busiest airport in Wales, offering many direct flights and regional connections. Thankfully, there are many different parking options to choose from including Park & Ride and Meet & Greet.
| Parking option | Type | Transfer Time | Prices from† |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car Park 1 | Park | 5 min walk | £72.23 |
| Car Park 2 | Park Park & Ride |
5 min transfer 10 min walk |
£67.93 |
| Express Park | Meet & Greet | 2 min walk | £76.53 |
| Premium | Park | 2 min walk | £93.73 |
| Highwayman Parking (owned by APH) | Park & Ride | 5 min transfer | £55.24 |
† - Lowest prices are based on parking charges for seven days booked online with best available discount codes. Prices vary throughout the year based on demand.
Car Park 1
Perfect for short trips or quick airport visits, Cardiff Airport's Car Park 1 is only a five-minute walk from the terminal building. Equipped with Advanced Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), this on-site car park also offers dedicated assistance to passengers with reduced mobility.
Car Park 2
A 10-minute walk (or a five-minute shuttle ride) to the terminal, Car Park 2 offers a cost-effective and convenient car park option. The first 20 minutes are free for pick-up and drop-off, and assistance is available for those with limited mobility.
Express
The Express car park is a two-minute walk from the terminal and offers a Meet & Greet service, which means you simply drive to the car park reception and hand over your keys. A member of staff will then drive your car to a secure car park and have it ready for you on arrival.
Premium
A two-minute walk from the terminal, the Premium car park at Cardiff Airport is the nearest to check-in. It offers special assistance to those with limited availability, as well as extra-wide bays, which also come in handy for large vehicles, families and those with extra luggage.
Highwayman Parking (owned by APH)
Cardiff Airport's Highwayman Parking (owned by APH) offers secure off-airport parking at a great price. Once you've parked your car, simply hop on the free shuttle bus to arrive at the terminal doors in just five minutes. Transfers run every 15 minutes.
Cardiff Airport Meet & Greet services
The following meet & greet services are also available at Cardiff Airport:
- Official Cardiff Airport Meet & Greet
FAQs
How does meet & greet work?
The Express car park offers a meet & greet service. Simply drive to the car park and number plate technology will raise the barrier once your number plate has been recognised. Then, drive to the Meet & Greet shelter and digital images will be taken of your car before you pass through the final barrier.
A member of the team will then meet you and direct you to Priority reception for check-in. Once you've handed over your keys, you can walk to the terminal in under three minutes. Your car will then be moved to a secure car park 200 yards away.
When you arrive back at Cardiff Airport, just walk back to the Priority reception to collect your keys. Your car will be ready for you in the collection zone.
How does the special assistance for disabled passengers work?
Cardiff Airport's Car Park 1 and Car Park 2 both offer a dedicated service for those with reduced mobility. This includes a help button on every entry and exit barrier and all special assistance call points.
If a passenger presses this button, a member of staff will be available to help. Ramp access is also available from Car Park 1 to the main terminal.
Which car park is best for pick-up & drop-off?
Cardiff Airport's Drop-Off Zone offers a convenient location outside of the terminal for dropping off passengers. This costs £3 for the first 10 minutes and £3 for every 10 minutes thereafter.
Drivers are also able to pick up passengers easily by following signs to the designated pick-up points, which are charged at £3 for up to 10 minutes, £4 for 10 to 20 minutes, £8 for up to 1 hour, £20 for up to two hours and £50 for three to 24 hours.
Car Park 2 also provides a drop-off and pick-up area and is free to use for the first 20 minutes.
How to get to Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales
Once you've booked your Cardiff Airport parking for 2025/2026, make sure you know your way there to avoid losing any precious time on arrival: located close to Rhoose in the Vale of Glamorgan, Cardiff Airport (CWL) is just 12 miles west of the city centre. Exit the M4 at junction 33 and follow the signs to Cardiff Airport along the A4232, A4050 and A4226.
Postcode: CF62 3BD
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