parking options
Planning where to park after a 4:30am start can prove to be a bewildering and costly experience. Thankfully our site allows you to pre-book your Cardiff Airport parking, not only saving you the early morning hassle, but a whole lot of cash in the process.
rated 93%
Highwayman Parking is the only independent car park serving Cardiff Airport. Come early and enjoy some refreshments at the adjacent Highwayman Inn public house.
rated 81%
Cardiff Airparks is conveniently located next to the Sky Plaza Hotel, and offers a computerised check-in system to help reduce waiting times in reception.
rated 74%
NCP operates the Long Stay Car Park 2 at Cardiff Airport, so you can expect a smooth arrival and departure, along with the security you would expect from an on-airport parking facility.
A great VIP service where an insured chauffeur meets you at the airport terminal to then drive and park your car at Cardiff Airparks for you. On your return they'll will bring your car back ready for your swift departure.
Ideal for parking of just a few days, this on-airport short stay car park should fit the bill perfectly. Located just a short walk from the Cardiff Airport terminal, it's a secure and convenient spot to leave your vehicle.
So far we've gathered 704
Cardiff Airport parking reviews
from our previous customers and with an average rating of
we're confident that you'll have a top-notch parking experience. The good news doesn't stop there. We search the web every day to find the cheapest parking at Cardiff Airport, and today's no exception. Book the cheapest car park available within the next week and you could pay as little as:
£2.73 - per day, £23.99 - 1 week, £41.00 - 2 weeks - now that's a bargain!
short stay parking
Just a short skip from the terminal building and available for anything up to 24 hours (should you need it) - short stay car parking at Cardiff Airport is perfect for quick pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Up to 20 minutes - FREE
- 20 to 40 minutes - £2.00
- 40 to 60 minutes - £3.00
- 1 - 2 hours - £4.50
- 2 - 3 hours - £6.00
- 3 - 4 hours - £10.00
- 4 - 24 hours - £22.00
- Subsequent 24 hours or part thereof - £22.00
Cardiff Short stay car parking charges correct as at 10th March 09 but maybe subject to change without prior notice.
drop-offs and pick-ups
If you're one of those nice people that doesn't mind driving your friends and family members to the airport, you can drop them off directly outside the terminal building. Pick ups will need to follow signs for the "Short Stay (Under 24 hrs) car park" due to regulations forbidding unattended or waiting vehicles outside the terminal building. A fast track lane is available in this car park, where drivers can wait up to 20 minutes at no charge. If the 20 minutes are exceeded, there are "last chance to pay" bays near the pay machine at the exit barrier. Please do not pick up or drop off passengers on approach roads, as this may create traffic problems.
Top tips to book your Cardiff Airport Parking
Our research boffins have been busy gathering some useful tips for parking your car at Cardiff Airport.
- Check Hidden Fees. Many sites now offer Cardiff Airport parking at near identical prices, but pay attention to any hidden fees for things like cancellations and card charges. Thankfully we highlight these for you.
- Book Early. Prices change daily and tend to increase as the car park fills up. The sooner you book, the more you save.
- Save your space. Booking in advance also guarantees you a parking space at any one of the car parks on offer.
- Location, location, location. On-site car parking at Cardiff Airport is conveniently located within the grounds of the Airport. If you have a little extra time on your hands then park off-site, grab a free transfer and save some pennies. Thankfully all car parks are located within one mile of the terminal and feature free speedy shuttle transfers if you're running a little behind schedule.
essential services
We know it can be easy to forget small but essential things when trying to get to the airport in time. You may even need to stop off somewhere on your way home for petrol, milk and bread. Here's a handy list of garages, convenience stores and banks near Cardiff Airport that you may find useful.
Nearby Petrol Stations |
Convenience stores |
Area Banks |
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Four Cross Service Station M & S Johnson |
Arora's Cash Stores Stephenson's |
Nationwide Building Society Principality |
geeky facts
- The international identification code for Cardiff Airport is CWL, and is sometimes shown on holiday booking confirmations and tickets.
- Cardiff Airport welcomes more than 2 million passengers a year, has over 50 direct destinations, and more than 800 one-stop destinations around the world.
- Aircraft at Cardiff Airport take off and land either over the sea or agricultural land, helping to ensure the airport has a low noise impact on the neighbouring community.
As well as Cardiff Airport parking, we also offer Bristol Airport Parking for the South West of England.
award winner
Congratulations to Highwayman Parking, this month's gosimply award winner as voted by pure, undiluted opinion from you, our customers.
customer reviews
...I found the service to be efficient and friendly, what I most liked was that there was no hanging around at the airport upon our return. We were dealt with quickly and returned directly to our car, it was such a relief to see the bus and a friendly face waiting for us...
Mr Edwards - Cardiff Airparks
...No hassle, just turn up at the carpark; seen within minutes at reception, park car straight away, bus every 10 minutes and straight on the bus as you step out of your car, which is great when you have kids and luggage! Return trip was as good; bus arrived 10 minutes after.....
Mr Blake - Cardiff Airparks
...I cannot say enough about the service from start to finish. The receptionist was extemely pleasant (even at 4.30 am. in the morning),and everything else was conducted in a very professional manner. The security is very well managed. I found it extremely easy. NO fuss at all......
Mrs Williams - Cardiff Airparks
...The arrangement for booking in and the security system of the car parking was excellant, also the transfers to and from the air terminal.
Unfortunately on our return it had rained and the numerous potholes in the parking area meant that not only did we have difficulties.....
Mr Merriman - Cardiff Airparks
...Upon arrival at car park we were given clear instruction to park our car, upon doing so we climbed aboard a waiting transfer bus, the trip to the airport was about 5 minutes long, a very easy uncomplicated service which made the holiday get off to a very good start......
Miss Hale - Cardiff Airparks
...We were very pleased to find the parking so close to the airport and the whole system worked really well for us. There was a slight delay on our return, but nothing major and the car was waiting for us, making for a quick get away. I would certainly use the company again and.....
Mr Edge - Cardiff Airparks
...i find it very easy to park at airpark cardiff now they have new surface for the cars it is clean and the bus drivers are very helpfull as my husband is disabled they always help with the cases.we have used the car park many times and will do so again...
Mrs DIX - Cardiff Airparks
...This is the third time that I have used Cardiff Days Inn to leave my car whilst flying from cardiff to a number of different destinations and each time the service has been excellent. I am surprised anyone would wish to use any other service given the excellent service offered.....
Mrs Patel - Cardiff Airparks
...The directions & location were easy to follow.We found the site with ease.It was stress free.When we returned from the airport our car was waiting for us to drive away at drop off point. In the past weve had to plough across a dimly lit field or carpark trying to locate.....
Mrs TRIGG - Cardiff Airparks
...This company provided outstanding service from the moment I booked over the internet to arriving at the reception to book my car in. I was then given a ticket and my car was parked safely for me while I took the transfer coach to the airpprt which was just 1 min away. Very.....
Mr DAVIES - Cardiff Airparks
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In 1857, General Tom Thumb, the smallest man alive (height: 31 inches weight: 25lb) visited Cardiff's Town Hall. It cost sixpence to see him.