International hub · Cardiff, United Kingdom
Cardiff
- Elevation
- 220 ft
- Coordinates
- 51°24′N 3°21′W
- Local time
- Europe/London
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Field information
EGFF runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Cardiff (EGFF/CWL) has one runway, 12/30, 7,723 ft (2,354 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at EGFF, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/London
Country
United Kingdom
GB
Municipality
Cardiff
Elevation
220 ft
Position
51.3967, -3.3433
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · EGFF
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 7,723 ft (2,354 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at EGFF.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cardiff (EGFF / CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom, through one 24/7 OCC desk. EGFF is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at EGFF
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United Kingdom
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United Kingdom. Applicable permit lead times for United Kingdom are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United Kingdom are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at EGFF
Direct FBO and handler coordination at EGFF covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at EGFF
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at EGFF is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to EGFF
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for EGFF: 51° 23′ 48″ N 3° 20′ 36″ W; elevation 220 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Cardiff
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Cardiff. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EGFF.
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Cargo Operations at EGFF
Support for freighter operations into EGFF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where EGFF sits in the network
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Operating into EGFF?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Cardiff — one desk for the whole trip.