Handling and FBOs
Private handling at Cardiff EGFF
Cardiff has 2 handling companies for private and business aircraft: Signature Aviation and Global Trek Aviation. Handling is compulsory here, so one of them will look after you on arrival.
Who handles private aircraft
Where the terminals are
Two executive terminals on the Southside (CF62 3EQ): Signature Aviation – private passenger lounge, on-site customs and immigration, ramp-side vehicle access; Global Trek Aviation Executive Jet Centre – dedicated lounge, private offices, integrated security suite, open 24/7.
Before you land
- Handling
- Compulsory. You must use one of the handling companies above.
- Customs
- Yes – on site (H24; both executive FBOs offer on-site customs and immigration)
- Opening hours
- 24 hours (airport, customs and immigration, handling and fuel H24); no night curfew. Global Trek Executive Jet Centre 24 hours; Signature FBO 07:30–18:30 local, call-out on request
Handling is mandatory for all aircraft over 2 tonnes (Signature or Global Trek). Wales' national airport at Rhoose; no night curfew.
Hours and requirements are as the airport publishes them, last checked 29 Sep 2026. Check with the airport or your operator before you set off.
Getting to the terminal
Cardiff Airport, Rhoose, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 3BD.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff city | 25 min | 14 mi · 22 km |
| Swansea | 1 hr 5 min | 40 mi · 65 km |
| Bristol city | 1 hr 20 min | 58 mi · 94 km |
Road time without traffic. Routes: OSRM, map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
The full guide to Cardiff Airport has the runway, weather, flight times and nearby airports.