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International Hub · United Kingdom

EGFFCWL

Cardiff International Airport

Cardiff, United Kingdom

ICAO

EGFF

IATA

CWL

Category

International Hub

Elevation

220 ft

Country

United Kingdom

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at EGFF

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Cardiff International Airport (EGFF / CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

EGFF is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

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.

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.

Cardiff International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at EGFF

Fuel on record at Cardiff International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

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′ 49″ N 3° 20′ 35″ W; elevation 220 ft; local time UTC+0.

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.

Cargo Operations at EGFF

Support for freighter operations into EGFF covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Cardiff International Airport

Latitude
51° 23′ 49″ N
Longitude
3° 20′ 35″ W
ICAO code
EGFF
IATA code
CWL
Municipality
Cardiff
Timezone
UTC+0
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 7
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To CWL?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EGFF.

Submit flight inquiry for EGFF

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – EGFF

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Cardiff International Airport?

The ICAO code is EGFF and the IATA code is CWL.

Is Jet A1 available at EGFF?

Yes. Fuel on record at Cardiff International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at EGFF?

Cardiff International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 7.

What time zone does EGFF operate in?

Cardiff International Airport operates on UTC+0.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for EGFF?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for EGFF.