THE operators of Cardiff Airport say that it has enjoyed a “strong summer season” with more passengers choosing to fly from Wales and with more airlines investing in new routes.
The airport’s press release said: “In the 12 months to the end of September 2025, 928,000 passengers travelled through the Airport, a 5.3% increase on the previous year and flights were busier, with more seats filled on services.
“This strong performance reflects growing confidence from key airline partners including TUI and Ryanair, both of whom have expanded operations in Wales to meet demand. Ryanair marked 10 years of flying from Wales’ National Airport with its biggest-ever summer schedule. It will be expanding its choice this winter, operating Alicante, Dublin and Tenerife.”
It goes on to say that TUI is basing a second aircraft at Cardiff this winter, with new destinations including Cancún and Fuerteventura. Also, Crystal Ski Holidays are returning to Chambéry in the French Alps for a second season and have added a route to Salzburg.
Looking ahead to Summer 2026, TUI has confirmed plans to base a fourth aircraft at the airport, launching new routes to Faro and Hurghada, along with Fuerteventura, which is being extended into Summer 2026 after launching this winter season.
One setback has been that Loganair will withdraw its Cardiff – Edinburgh service from January 2026. The route has been very popular with both business and leisure travellers and the airport says that teams are already in discussions with other airlines to restore this link between Wales and Scotland as soon as possible.
Away from passengers, Swissport has been appointed as a new cargo handling partner, bringing investment in upgraded facilities and equipment.
Ceri Mashlan, Director of Operations at Cardiff Airport, said: “This has been one of our strongest summers in recent years, and it’s great to see more people choosing to fly local.”
By Philip Irwin – Senior News Reporter
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