Large airport · Cardiff, United Kingdom
Cardiff International Airport
It is the only airport offering commercial passenger services and cargo services in Wales. Its IATA code is CWL. Its ICAO code is EGFF. It has 1 runway, longest 7,723 ft (ASP). Elevation 220 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Cardiff, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| IATA code | CWL |
| ICAO code | EGFF |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 7,723 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 220 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 51.3967° N, 3.3433° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Cardiff International Airport is known for
It is the only airport offering commercial passenger services and cargo services in Wales.
History
In 2025, the airport was ranked 20th busiest airport in the United Kingdom, handling 953,681 passengers, up 9% on 2024.
Official website: http://www.cwlfly.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Cardiff International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Clifton Suspension Bridge · United Kingdom · 31.1 miles away
- Roman Baths, Bath · United Kingdom · 42.4 miles away
- Stonehenge · United Kingdom · 67.3 miles away
- Durdle Door · United Kingdom · 70.9 miles away
- Blenheim Palace · United Kingdom · 90.4 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cardiff International Airport?
It is the only airport offering commercial passenger services and cargo services in Wales.
What is the airport code for Cardiff International Airport?
Cardiff International Airport — its IATA code is CWL and its ICAO code is EGFF.
Where is Cardiff International Airport located?
Cardiff International Airport serves Cardiff, United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 51.3967° N, 3.3433° W.
What is the history of Cardiff International Airport?
In 2025, the airport was ranked 20th busiest airport in the United Kingdom, handling 953,681 passengers, up 9% on 2024.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2415
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiff_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.