The nearest airport to Porthcawl is Cardiff International Airport (CWL). This airport is 16 miles or 26 km from the center of Porthcawl, . Below is a list of all airports in order of distance from Porthcawl, Wales, United Kingdom.
| Airport Name | Distance (miles) | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|
| MOD St. Athan | 12.61 Miles | 20.29 Km |
| Cardiff International Airport | 16.51 Miles | 26.57 Km |
| Swansea Airport | 17.93 Miles | 28.86 Km |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor Airport | 33.27 Miles | 53.54 Km |
| Bristol Airport | 42.91 Miles | 69.06 Km |
| Bristol Filton Airport | 47.92 Miles | 77.13 Km |
| Exeter International Airport | 52.96 Miles | 85.24 Km |
| RNAS Yeovilton | 56.32 Miles | 90.65 Km |
| Haverfordwest Airport | 59.21 Miles | 95.28 Km |