Cheap flights from Cardiff
The main aviation hub of the Welsh capital is Cardiff Airport, located just 16 kilometers from the city center. From this terminal, travelers can head to 9 key destinations across Europe and North America. Among the most popular routes is the connection to Amsterdam, with 23 flights operating weekly, as well as regular flights to Belfast and Edinburgh, both departing 17 times a week.
In total, 17 airlines operate flights from Cardiff, offering passengers a wide range of travel options. The leading carriers by traffic volume are Loganair and Aer Lingus, along with the low-cost carrier Vueling. To make finding the right flight easier, you can find city cards with interest filters below on this page, while additional information is available in our city guide or the weather section.
Cardiff — Belfast
Cardiff — Amsterdam
Cardiff — Edinburgh
Cardiff — Toronto
Flight insights from Cardiff
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Cardiff — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Cardiff are Amsterdam, Belfast and Edinburgh. Amsterdam leads with around 23 flights a week.
Top countries
Most direct flights from Cardiff head to United Kingdom, Netherlands and Canada. United Kingdom alone accounts for about 52% of all direct routes.
- United Kingdomavg $74
- Netherlandsavg $97
- Canadaavg $256
- Spainavg $39
- Turkeyavg $172
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Cardiff range from London at $60 to Toronto at $256 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Cardiff right now are Malaga from $36, Alicante from $42 and London from $60.
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ItalyFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Cardiff?
- Travelers flying from this city have access to 9 key destinations. The route network includes both domestic flights within the UK and popular international routes to the Netherlands, Spain, Turkey, and Canada.
- What are the most popular destinations from Cardiff?
- The highest demand is for flights to Amsterdam, with 23 flights operating weekly. Other top destinations include Belfast and Edinburgh (17 flights per week each), as well as flights to London, which run 11 times a week.
- How many airlines fly from Cardiff?
- Regular air service is provided by 17 airlines. The largest carriers offering the most travel options are Loganair, Aer Lingus, and Accesrail Inc.
- Which airports serve Cardiff?
- The region's main aviation hub is Cardiff Airport (CWL), located approximately 16 kilometers from the city center. It is a modern terminal providing comfortable service for all international and domestic flights.
- Which destinations are popular for beach holidays?
- For those seeking sun and sea, direct flights are available from Cardiff to Alicante (6 flights per week) and Malaga. Flights to the Turkish coast, specifically Antalya, are also available.
- How can I find cheap tickets from Cardiff?
- To find the best deals, we recommend using the filter system located further down this page. Planning your trip in advance and choosing flights on less busy days of the week usually helps in finding more affordable fares.