Cardiff Airport to Add New Routes and Extra Flights for Summer 2026
In the summer of 2026, Cardiff Airport will broaden its flight selection as TUI brings a fourth aircraft to the airport. This addition will introduce two new direct routes: Hurghada in Egypt, launching on 2 May 2026, and Faro in Portugal, beginning on 21 May 2026. In addition, flights to Fuerteventura will now extend into summer after initially launching during the winter season in December 2025.
The schedule expansion also includes more frequent flights to existing destinations. TUI plans to increase weekly services to Antalya, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Enfidha, and Palma de Mallorca. These updates show a growing interest in leisure travel and mark a substantial increase in the airport's capacity for the summer 2026 season, particularly for European and North African destinations.
Passengers departing from Cardiff Airport may benefit from greater scheduling flexibility. The added flexibility of departure days could help passengers miss the busiest times, and new direct routes present alternatives to longer flights from major UK airports. These adjustments aim to streamline the travel process for passengers originating from Wales and nearby regions.
Beyond just making travel easier, these changes might suit people who prefer to book trips on a budget or at short notice. On some routes, more airlines flying the same path could lead to lower prices, and having flights more often makes it easier to book closer to the travel date. For families and seasonal travelers, the improvements may ease pressure during school holidays or peak months, when seat availability is typically limited and flight prices tend to rise.
We’re really excited to be expanding our routes and flying frequency from Cardiff Airport, giving our customers more choice and flexibility with exclusive new routes and additional flights to popular holiday destinations.
In general, this expansion is part of a wider effort to improve regional airport facilities. Cardiff Airport’s growing list of connections may reduce reliance on English airports and support Wales as a more accessible departure point for international travel. The long-term impact could further establish Cardiff as a convenient hub for both leisure and business passengers.