Cardiff gains new Tui route to Italian ski gateway

Crystal Ski Holidays is offering a range of package holidays to Italy based on a new Tui Airways service from Cardiff to Turin.

Weekly flights from the Welsh airport start before Christmas and will run until March 14, 2027.

The winter seasonal service from December 20 provides access to nine Italian ski resorts, including Bardonecchia, Cervinia and Sauze d’Oulx. 

The new route adds to the existing destinations of Austria, France, Slovenia and Spain.  

Seven-night packages lead-in at £753 per person in Bardonecchia based on two adults staying in a self-catering studio, departing from Cardiff on January 17, 2027.

Head of Crystal Ski Holidays, Scott Britton, said: “We’re really pleased to be introducing this new Cardiff to Turin flight, as it gives our customers in Wales more choice for their winter ski holiday. 

“Italy is a firm favourite for our customers, so we’re excited that more skiers and snowboarders will be able to access some of Italy’s most loved resorts, with the ease of travelling from their local airport.”

Cardiff Airport chief executive Jon Bridge added: “For our customers who love flying local, this is fantastic news, offering the ease of a seamless airport experience close to home, followed by a magical getaway to the slopes of northern Italy.

“Turin is a superb addition to our growing ski portfolio, giving travellers across Wales even more choice and flexibility, whether they’re heading straight for the mountains or taking time to explore this beautiful Italian city.

“With even more popular Crystal Ski Holiday destinations now available from Cardiff, customers can start their winter escape the moment they arrive at the Airport. We look forward to welcoming more travellers choosing Cardiff as their gateway to the slopes and beyond.”