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Plane spotting at CWL

Cardiff International Airport, Cardiff

Cardiff International Airport (CWL) offers a unique mix of regional and international flights, making it a great spot for aviation enthusiasts. Identify and collect aircraft with FlightCatcherPro.

Where to spot

  • ·Watchtower Cafe
  • ·Runway 12 Viewing Area

Rare catches

Look for these types to grow your collection:

A320E190B737

By the numbers

Cardiff International Airport features a single runway and handles a mix of domestic and international traffic.

Spotter tips

  • ·Arrive early for the best spots
  • ·Check the weather for optimal viewing
  • ·Bring binoculars for better sightings

Best time to spot

Early morning and late afternoon provide the best light for spotting.

Spotting at CWL? Identify the next arrival with your camera, or upload a photo you already have, in FlightCatcherPro.

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G-EZPB Airbus A320 easyJet, LGW → MLA, 30 Sept 2026, photographed by F-16 sharp eye

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Photo: F-16 sharp eye

G-TAWO Boeing 737-800 TUI fly Deutschland, BHX → PUY, 19 Sept 2026, photographed by Captain3507

G-TAWOTUI Airways 737-800

Photo: Captain3507

Notable aircraft

G-EZPB Airbus A320 easyJet, LGW → MLA, 30 Sept 2026, photographed by F-16 sharp eye

G-EZPBeasyJet A320

Photo: F-16 sharp eye

G-TAWO Boeing 737-800 TUI fly Deutschland, BHX → PUY, 19 Sept 2026, photographed by Captain3507

G-TAWOTUI Airways 737-800

Photo: Captain3507

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