Address

Cardiff Airparks
Port Road
Rhosse
Vale of Glamorgan
CF62 3BT

Distance to airport

Located on the access road to the airport (0.7 miles) - just 3 minutes from the terminal.

Directions

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Exit the M4 at junction 33. Follow A4232 signposted Barry/Airport. Take the first exit off A4232, signposted Barry/Cardiff airport (A4050/A48). At A48 junction roundabout take the third exit signposted A4050 Barry/Airport. For the next six roundabouts follow A4050 Barry/Airport. At the seventh roundabout take the second exit Barry/Airport A4050. Take the second exit at the eighth roundabout. At the ninth roundabout adjacent to the petrol station take the second exit. When you reach the tenth roundabout take the first exit signposted Cardiff airport. The entrance to Airparks and Cardiff Days Inn is approximately 200m on the right hand side. The postcode for satellite navigation systems is CF62 3BT.

The postcode for satellite navigation systems is CF62 3BT. Please make sure you choose the Sky Plaza Hotel rather than the local B&B that may also display on your sat nav.

Transfers from airport

Transfers are included in the price and run every 30 minutes on the hour and at half past the hour. The bus takes just three minutes to reach the airport. During the morning and afternoon rush hour, you should allow more time to compensate for traffic delays. The Airparks bus now drops off and picks up customers right outside the terminal entrance.

Arrival procedure

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When you arrive at Airparks Cardiff, park in one of the marked bays and make your way to the bus shelter. Here you will find the new self check-in kiosks. You can now try the fast track check-in service - it's there to help reduce any queues. Please make sure you have your printed email confirmation or your booking reference to use with the self check-in kiosks. The system will guide you through your check-in - it's extremely easy to use. If you do need help, there will always be our experienced staff on hand to help you. Once you have checked in, all you need to do is drop your car key into the secured box, and board the bus. Your car will be parked for you while you transfer to the airport.

Departure procedure

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When you return, simply wait for the next bus at the bus stop where you were dropped off. You will be transferred back to the car park. Once you're back at the car park, head to the check-out kiosk on the left hand side of the bus shelter. Using the key dispenser kiosk, scan the barcode on your key collection ticket. You will be told of where your car is parked and your car key will be dispensed - this may take a few minutes. Please ensure you have your key collection ticket to complete the check-out process. If you do need help, our experienced staff will always be on hand to help you.

Security

Airparks is protected by a high security fence and a floodlighting system. Airparks also has 24 hour security patrols and CCTV surveillance.

This car park has been awarded the Park Mark, a national security award accredited by the Association of Chief Police Officers.

Insurance

Parking is always at the vehicle owner's own risk.

Disabled facilities

All Airparks buses have disabled access. The transfer bus now drops off and picks up customers right outside the terminal entrance.

Additional information

Please allow 40 minutes to check in and transfer to the main terminal building.

Trailers are allowed in the Airparks car park but customers using one will have to pay for an additional space. Regrettably no lorries, mobile homes or caravans are permitted in the Airparks Cardiff complex.

Customers who will be using the Airparks transfer bus as a part of their journey to the airport must be advised that skis, snowboards, bicycles, surfboards or anything as large/larger than these items will not allowed on the bus. To avoid this, you can drop large items off at the terminal with a passenger and then drive your car to Airparks.

During the period of May to October your car may be moved to another secured site close by, owned and operated by Airparks.

If your car is parked for longer than the time booked, you can be charged for any additional time on departure. This is charged at the car park's standard daily rate. No refund will be issued for part used stays.

Return Greet Time Saver

Return Greet Time Saver by Airparks Cardiff service means you don't have to get a return transfer when you arrive back at Cardiff airport. Instead, Airparks will bring your car to the terminal for your collection.

On return, simply call our Airparks Cardiff office on 01446 719 182 after you have come through the arrivals lounge to arrange for your vehicle to be brought to the front of the building.