https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/cardiff airport/ Cardiff Airport News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-02T07:15:39+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-boosts-capacity-at-cardiff-airport-for-summer-26/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tui-boosts-capacity-at-cardiff-airport-for-summer-26/ TUI has announced a further major expansion at Cardiff Airport with new routes added to its flying programme, as well as boosted frequency to some of the most popular holiday destinations for Welsh travellers. The additional capacity gives holidaymakers even more choice and flexibility for a summer getaway from their local airport. Tue, 06 May 2025 05:38:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-new-base-at-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-new-base-at-cardiff-airport/ The new base will offer year-round flights from Cardiff for the first time, with connections to sun destinations including Alicante, Faro, Larnaca and Tenerife Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:56:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-reveals-cardiff-easter-programme-for-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thomas-cook-airlines-reveals-cardiff-easter-programme-for-2019/ Thomas Cook Airlines is adding Easter flights from Cardiff airport for the first time, meaning that thousands of people can head to Europe for some spring sunshine. Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:32:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-launches-new-connections-to-venice-for-summer-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-launches-new-connections-to-venice-for-summer-2018/ Flybe has started operating its extensive 2018 summer schedule from Cardiff Airport, featuring 17 routes with a total choice of up to 75 flights a week. The season has taken off with the launch of the first ever service between Cardiff and Venice. Thu, 29 Mar 2018 07:33:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-launch-flights-to-cardiff-airport-wales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-launch-flights-to-cardiff-airport-wales/ Qatar Airways will begin operating daily direct flights from Cardiff Airport, with the inaugural flight due to depart on May 1st, 2018. The new service between the Welsh capital and Doha will be operated on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:50:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-reflects-on-successful-uefa-champions-league-final/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-reflects-on-successful-uefa-champions-league-final/ In what was one of biggest events to ever come to Wales, Cardiff Airport is reflecting on an incredibly busy and successful Champions League final weekend. Mon, 12 Jun 2017 06:50:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-prepares-for-champions-league-passenger-spike/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-prepares-for-champions-league-passenger-spike/ With all eyes on the Welsh capital ahead the Champions League final on Saturday, Cardiff Airport is getting ready to welcome a huge number of additional passengers ahead of what is set to be one of the largest sporting events in the country’s history. Tue, 30 May 2017 11:14:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-express-adds-new-cardiff-departure-ahead-of-champions-league-final/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iberia-express-adds-new-cardiff-departure-ahead-of-champions-league-final/ Iberia Express has released its latest schedule of flights to Madrid one week early so that customers can make the most of this major sporting event that will see all eyes on the Welsh capital city. The news comes following the confirmation that Real Madrid will face Juventus in the UEFA Champions League Final. Wed, 24 May 2017 09:01:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2017-qatar-airways-flies-into-cardiff-wales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/arabian-travel-market-2017-qatar-airways-flies-into-cardiff-wales/ Qatar Airways is to launch a daily flight from Cardiff Airport to its hub in Doha, Qatar, in 2018. The new service will be the first regular direct long-haul flight linking Wales and south-west England to a major global hub in the Gulf region. Tue, 25 Apr 2017 04:01:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-to-fly-cardiff-route-for-summer-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flybe-to-fly-cardiff-route-for-summer-2017/ Flybe has announced the continuation of its service from Cardiff to London City as part of its extensive summer ’17 schedule. Vincent Hodder, Flybe chief revenue officer commented: “It is good news for the route that is receiving such positive support from the business community. Thu, 19 Jan 2017 14:44:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-chief-executive-to-step-down/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-chief-executive-to-step-down/ Cardiff Airport has announced that Jon Horne will stand down from his role as chief executive with effect from September 1st 2014. In making the announcement, Lord Rowe-Beddoe, chairman of Cardiff International Airport, said: “Jon has very successfully steered the airport through the first phase of our path to re-establishing its fortunes.” Fri, 22 Aug 2014 08:26:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nats-signs-on-at-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/nats-signs-on-at-cardiff-airport/ NATS will continue to provide air traffic services and expertise at Cardiff Airport, after securing a five year contract with Cardiff International Airport. The contract provides aerodrome and airport approach services, approach radar for MOD St Athan (located 2.5nm southwest of Cardiff Airport) and air traffic control engineering services at Cardiff. Wed, 05 Feb 2014 12:42:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/po-flies-into-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/po-flies-into-cardiff-airport/ Holidaymakers can now add Genoa to the list of destinations they will be able to fly to direct from Cardiff Airport this summer. Four chartered flights have been added to the schedule to allow customers across Wales and the South West to join P&O’s Mediterranean cruises direct from the Welsh capital. Fri, 24 Jan 2014 08:23:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-malta-flies-into-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-malta-flies-into-cardiff-airport/ Air Malta has announced good news for travellers in Wales and the south-west of England by adding an extra four departures as a prelude to their summer 2014 charter season. The additional flights on this popular route will commence on Tuesday April 8th 2014, four weeks earlier than originally planned, to satisfy expected public demand for travel to the sunshine island in the Mediterranean over the spring and Easter period.  Mon, 06 Jan 2014 10:15:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/improvement-works-begin-at-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/improvement-works-begin-at-cardiff-airport/ Cardiff Airport has unveiled plans to introduce a series of improvements to the terminal building over the winter months, with a focus on creating a better environment and enhancing the overall customer experience. These improvements have been planned for completion by next summer - the airport’s busiest time – and are the first developments following a Welsh Government loan to the airport. Fri, 13 Dec 2013 12:38:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-cardiff-airport/ Cardiff Airport has promoted Spencer Birns to the position of director of aviation business development, heading up the airport’s campaign for more flights. The appointment comes following the change in ownership and appointment of chief executive officer, Jon Horne and non executive directors in April 2013. Thu, 05 Sep 2013 06:46:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-continues-to-boost-passenger-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-continues-to-boost-passenger-numbers/ Figures released by the Civil Aviation Authority show Cardiff Airport passenger numbers have grown by six per cent to total 134,173 in July compared to the same month last year. This follows nine per cent growth in May and ten per cent growth in June. Wed, 21 Aug 2013 09:14:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-officer-for-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-officer-for-cardiff-airport/ Jon Horne has been appointed to the role of chief executive at Cardiff Airport following its acquisition last week by the Welsh government. Announcing the appointment, Lord Rowe-Beddoe, chairman, Cardiff Airport, said: “His wide experience of the airport industry and his specific experience of running Cardiff Airport during a very successful period will be vital in the task of turning around the fortunes of Wales’ national airport by developing more airline services and destinations for the people of Wales.” Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:58:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/welsh-government-announces-purchase-of-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/welsh-government-announces-purchase-of-cardiff-airport/ The first minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones, has today announced the government has purchased Cardiff Airport for a total investment of £52 million. This follows a period of due diligence and negotiation with TBI, the airport’s previous owner. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:11:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/welsh-government-to-purchase-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/welsh-government-to-purchase-cardiff-airport/ Welsh first minister Carwyn Jones has announced his government intends to purchase Cardiff Airport from current owners TBI. Jones said an agreement had been struck in principle, with the government set to complete the deal in early 2013. Wed, 19 Dec 2012 10:35:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-fans-flock-through-cardiff-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-fans-flock-through-cardiff-airport/ Cardiff Airport welcomed over 10,000 French rugby fans through its doors over the weekend, from Friday to Sunday for the Wales v France RBS Six Nations match on Saturday, 17 March. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:00:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-to-go-interactive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-to-go-interactive/ Cardiff Airport has launched a number of new social media channels in order to improve its communications and offer a more interactive service for passengers. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:30:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helvetic-airways-links-zurich-and-cardiff/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helvetic-airways-links-zurich-and-cardiff/ Helvetic Airways has launched a new service between Welsh capital Cardiff and Zurich in Switzerland. Passengers on the departure will now be able to fly direct from Cardiff to Zurich four days a week. Flights will operate from Cardiff on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:14:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-goes-green/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-goes-green/ 75% of waste at Cardiff Airport is now being recycled thanks to efforts by the airport and partner company MITIE to improve the carbon footprint of Wales’ national airport. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:42:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-appoints-operations-director/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cardiff-airport-appoints-operations-director/ Cardiff Airport (owners TBI abertis) has announced the appointment of Kerry Quinn as Operations Director at Wales’s national airport. Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:06:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090707104004944/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090707104004944/ Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline and now the UK’s number one domestic airline, has announced it is also now the largest carrier at Cardiff Airport in terms of weekly aircraft movement, with more Flybe flights departing and arriving at the airport than any other airline or tour operator. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 10:57:20 +0000