This page features flights from Dublin to Cardiff. The distance between the cities is approximately 296 km, and direct flights are available about once a week.
Flights on this route are operated by Ryanair (FR). Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price chart to find the best deals. To plan your logistics, check out the information on how to get to Dublin Airport and how to get from Cardiff Airport to the city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Dublin — Cardiff by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $131 in y, and the most expensive are around $354 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Dublin → Cardiff, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $47 | low | May | $58 | medium | Sep | $56 | medium |
| Feb | $48 | low | Jun | $68 | high | Oct | $50 | low |
| Mar | $52 | medium | Jul | $72 | high | Nov | $46 | low |
| Apr | $55 | medium | Aug | $70 | high | Dec | $63 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cardiff is temperate: the warmest month is July, with average temperatures reaching 19.9°C, while the rainiest and coolest is October, which sees about 131 mm of precipitation.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July, starting $131. Prices increase during the autumn, peaking in October when tickets cost $355.
July is the optimal choice, combining the most comfortable weather with the lowest airfares. It is advisable to avoid planning your trip for October due to the high probability of prolonged rain and peak prices.
Scheduled flights between these cities are provided by a single airline — Ryanair. There is approximately one direct flight per week on this route. You can find a detailed schedule with departure and arrival times in the list below. Click on the carrier's card to view available flight options and additional booking terms for each date.
Flights Dublin — Cardiff depart from Dublin Airport and arrive at Cardiff Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 296 km, a direct flight takes approximately 45–55 minutes. Taking into account taxiing and takeoff/landing procedures, the total travel time is usually around one hour.
The main carrier providing direct flights from Dublin to Cardiff is Ryanair.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, though they operate with a low frequency of about once a week. The current schedule is available in the block below.
Airfare depends on the season and how far in advance you book. You can find the current minimum prices for the coming months in the low-fare calendar on this page.
Flights from Dublin arrive at Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is the main air gateway to Wales.
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