Cardiff Airport has recorded more than one million passengers over the past 12 months, according to newly released figures.
The milestone follows updated Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data identifying Cardiff as the second fastest‑growing airport in the UK, with a 24% rise in passenger numbers during the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025.
The increase reflects higher demand for air travel to and from Wales, alongside expanded services from both new and existing airline partners. These developments have resulted in a broader range of destinations and additional seat capacity.
Cardiff Airport currently offers a growing network of routes, including twice‑daily flights to Amsterdam, daily services to Dublin and four weekly flights to Toronto, providing onward connections across Canada and North America.
Looking to the future, Tui is set to offer flights to new destinations including Hurghada, Faro and Fuerteventura, whilst Crystal Ski is to introduce new winter flights to Turin, Chambery and Salzburg.
Jon Bridge, CEO of Cardiff Airport, said: “Welcoming more than one million passengers is a major milestone for Cardiff Airport and a clear sign of the growing demand for flights from Wales. To be recognised by the Civil Aviation Authority as the second fastest-growing airport in the UK is a fantastic achievement and reflects the hard work of our colleagues and partners, as well as the confidence passengers and airlines continue to place in Cardiff. We are focused on building on this momentum, expanding connectivity and delivering long[1]term benefits for Wales and the wider economy.”

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