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Cardiff Airport Information

Passengers travelled to 51 destinations from Cardiff in 2002. Cardiff airport is under the control of The British Airports Authority and provides direct services to most of the major English and Welsh cities. Cardiff airport has over 1.5 million passengers a year. Cardiff airport is serviced by scheduled flights and charter flights by such airlines as KLM, Ryanair, Britannia and Air2000. Cardiff airport has ground floor and first floor terminals, each with good amenities and facilities.

Cardiff Airport Terminal Facilities

You can find the following shops and outlets at Cardiff Airport:
World News, Burger King, The Scrum Half, Bakers Dolphin, Serendipity Games (landside) -
Nuance - Duty & Tax free store, Cafe' Ritazza and The Echo Bar (airside).

Cardiff Airport Security Arrangements/Check-in

15,000 banned items are being confiscated every day from passengers, at Heathrow, Stansted and Gatwick airports alone. The whole system has slowed down because people are still carrying sharp objects in their hand luggage. In the UK an extra £30m of additional investment has been ploughed into airport security and improving surveillance at the major airports. Tighter security measures at UK Airports means that checking in for your flight at Cardiff airport can take longer.

Baggage Allowances/Luggage Restrictions

The majority of airlines base their allowances on recommendations from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). If your hold baggage is heavier than the allowance, the airline is entitled to charge an excess baggage charge. If your cabin luggage is overweight or too big, you might be asked to check it in to the hold. If doing so takes your hold luggage above your hold baggage allowance, you might have to pay excess baggage charges.

Cardiff Airport Special Needs

Use of airport wheelchairs throughout terminal building,you can use your own wheelchairs up until boarding the flight. There is an Ambulift for boarding the aircraft.
There are Low level kerbs at the terminal entrance and exit and lifts between all floors
Disabled toilets are available on the first floor, departures lounge and arrivals hall.
A Minicom facility for the deaf or hard of hearing is available at the Information Desk.
Flight information monitors and tannoy announcements of all flight related messages.

Cardiff Airport Parking

Airparks Cardiff - Off-site value parking at Cardiff Airport
Our very own Airparks Cardiff airport parking site provides secured parking at low prices. Book Airparks Cardiff parking direct from our website or from our award-winning call centre. Savings of up to 60% are to be had if you book far enough in advance.

Airparks Cardiff Return Greet - Low-cost return Meet & Greet
Airparks Return Greet is a great service from Airparks Cardiff, offering the luxury of having your car returned to you at the Cardiff airport terminal when you return.

Airparks Cardiff Customer Feedback
Have a read at what some of our valued customer's have said about our Airparks Cardiff parking service.

Airparks Cardiff Meet and Greet - Low-cost Meet and Greet parking
Looking for an easy parking option at Cardiff airport? Airparks Cardiff Meet and Greet ticks all the boxes. It's easy, fast and means someone else does the work for you - perfect.

Airparks Cardiff self check-in - the way forward for Cardiff
Airparks Cardiff now has three new self check-in kiosks. Our new systems will guide you through your check-in - they're extremely easy to use and beats the queues.

Airparks Cardiff self check-in - the way forward for Cardiff
Airparks Cardiff now has three new self check-in kiosks. Our new systems will guide you through your check-in - they're extremely easy to use and beats the queues.

Airparks Cardiff self check-in - the way forward for Cardiff
Airparks Cardiff now has three new self check-in kiosks. Our new systems will guide you through your check-in - they're extremely easy to use and beats the queues.

Cardiff Airport Car Park Security - security features
Book cheap Cardiff Airport car parking online with Airparks and you are guaranteed top-notch security for your vehicle. Security features range from CCTV to regular security patrols, High fencing to sturdy barriers.

Cardiff Airport Hotels With Parking - Don't drive tired
Cardiff Airport Hotels With Parking - Airport hotels with parking are a great option for people departing from the airport early, or returning from holiday late at night. Airparks work with Holiday Extras to supply cheap airport hotels.

Cardiff Airport Park and Ride - About the bus transfers
Cardiff Airport has a range of off-airport and on-airport parking with a Park and Ride service for every car park not within walking distance of the Terminal.

Cardiff Airport Parking Extras - additional products and services
Booking airport parking through Airparks at Cardiff Airport not only means great savings on parking, but also a wealth of parking extras and upgrades.

Cardiff Off-Airport Parking - Book with Airparks in advance
If you are looking for great value and a reliable service, then off-airport parking at Cardiff Airport is a good choice for you- just a short distance from the terminal.

Cardiff On Airport Car Parks - Airport parking with Airparks
Airparks offers a choice of on-airport parking options at Cardiff Airport, meaning that you can find the right airport parking option to suit your budget and requirements.

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Disabled Parking At Cardiff Airport - good value disabled parking
Disabled Parking At Cardiff Airport - Pre book cheap Cardiff Airport disabled parking online with Airparks and save money. We have the best selection of services offering the cheapest Cardiff Airport disabled parking available.

Cardiff Airport Parking Frequently Asked Questions
Commonly asked questions about Cardiff airport parking with Airparks, including how to amend or cancel your booking and what to do in the event of a delay.

Last Minute Parking at Cardiff Airport - Pay less online
Luckily, if Cardiff airport parking has slipped your mind, you can still get a discount on your airport parking with last minute pre-booking online with Airparks.

Long and Short Stay Cardiff Airport Parking - car park options
Car parks at Cardiff are either long stay or short stay. So which is the best option? This will depend on how long you need to park for, how near to the airport you would like to be, and which car park would be best value.

Cardiff On Airport Parking - Easy, low-priced parking
Pre-book Cardiff On-Airport parking and beat the gate prices. Making a booking with Airparks is simple and convenient – just like the Cardiff On-Airport car park. Savings of up to 60% off the on-gate price can be had when you pre-book with Airparks.

Cardiff Airport by Road vs rail, coach or taxi
Your flight is booked, you’re ready to go. Now what’s the best way to get to the airport? Why not take your own car. It’s the ultimate door to door service and you’re at the wheel. Pre-book a long term stay at Airparks Cardiff Airport

Save Money Parking At Cardiff Airport - Airparks tips
If you want to save money on parking at Cardiff Airport then you have come to the right place. Here at Airparks, we want to provide our customers with the cheapest and safest parking and we will always offer the best value parking available at Cardiff Air

Cardiff Short Stay On-Airport Parking - Simple Cardiff parking
Located at Cardiff airport and just a short walk from the terminal entrance - this car park is ideal for those meeting friends and family or for short breaks and business trips up to four days.

Top Tips - handy money-saving tips at Cardiff Airport
At Airparks, we take pride in the Cardiff Airport Parking services we provide and the low prices we offer. Using the advice listed on this page, you can make sure you get the right deal for your needs at the right price for your wallet.

Transfers at Cardiff Airport Car Parks - Choose your service
There's a choice of car parking services at Cardiff airport you can pre-book with Airparks, offering Park and Ride transfers, Meet and Greet and Return Greet options.

Travelling With Children - taking children to Cardiff Airport
Travelling with children on holiday, whether it’s for a long summer break or just a short weekend, can be tiring and even stressful. Airparks recognises how important it is for those travelling with children to be well-prepared for any journey.

Why Book With Airparks - Cardiff Airport Car parking
Airparks Cardiff doesn't just promise the best price on airport parking we have guarantees set in place. Our Best Price Guarantee service extends across our entire range of airport parking choices.

Cardiff Airport Hotels

Cardiff Express by Holiday Inn Hotel
The Cardiff Express by Holiday Inn is a 3 star hotel located less than a mile from Cardiff Airport and it is a popular place for a quick, convenient transfer to the terminal.

Cardiff Sky Plaza Hotel (formerly Days Inn)
The Cardiff Sky Plaza Hotel (formerly Days Inn) is a 3 star hotel conveniently located 1 minute away from Cardiff Airport. The Cardiff Sky Plaza offers 15 days car parking at Airparks services (a secured car park right behind the hotel).

Cardiff Airport Lounges

Cardiff Executive Lounge
Relax in first class comfort in the finest Servisair Lounge money can buy at Cardiff airport. Avoid the hustle and bustle and start your holiday early.

Cardiff Airport Directions

Cardiff Airport Directions
Cardiff airport is located just 10 miles from the M4 motorway, 12 miles west of Cardiff city centre.

Cardiff Sky Plaza Hotel Directions
Situated on the A4226 near Cardiff International Airport.

Cardiff On Airport Parking Directions
On-airport parking at Cardiff International Airport.

Cardiff Express by Holiday Inn Directions
The Cardiff Express by Holiday Inn is located just on Port Road, use our directions guide to find the quickest way to the hotel.