The flight for Qatar Airways’ soon-to-launch Doha to Cardiff route will be flown using the ultra-modern Airbus A350-900 on the day of inauguration, in recognition of the aircraft’s links to Wales.

From 1 May, Qatar Airways will be the first airline to offer daily flights between Doha and Cardiff, providing the Welsh capital with links to the rest of the world via its extensive global route network. The A350-900 will mark the commencement of this exciting new route, which will be served by another latest-generation aircraft, Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said that the launch of the new service to Cardiff is a major milestone for Qatar Airways.

It makes sense that the inaugural flight that welcomes Qatar Airways to Wales is on A350-900, as the wings of this very plane are built at the Airbus plant in Broughton, North Wales. The new service will connect the Welsh people with more destinations globally and provide them the opportunity to experience our unparalleled five-star service. We look forward to welcoming our new passengers on board and to connecting them to Doha and to points beyond.’

Following the inaugural flight, the new service between Doha and Cardiff will be served by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, with 22 seats in Business Class and 232 seats in Economy Class.

On board the Qatar Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner, lower altitude-equivalent pressure, improved air-quality and optimal humidity coupled with large, electronically dimmable windows create dramatic vistas and provide passengers with extra natural light. Full-spectrum LED lighting will help them adjust to changing time zones, allowing passengers to arrive at their destination feeling refreshed.

Qatar Airways currently serves London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. Service to London Gatwick will commence on 22 May.

Flight Schedules:

Doha (DOH) to Cardiff (CWL) QR 321 Departs 7:25 am Arrives 12:50 pm (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Cardiff (CWL) to Doha (DOH) QR 322 Departs 3:55 pm Arrives 12:45 am (+1) (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)

Doha (DOH) to Cardiff (CWL) QR 323 Departs 1:15 am Arrives 6:40 am (Tue, Thu, Sun)
Cardiff (CWL) to Doha (DOH) QR 324 Departs 8:10 am Arrives 5 am (Tue, Thu, Sun)

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