What's the typical flight distance from Cardiff?

Historically, flights from Cardiff typically cover various distances. Long-haul flights, for instance, account for approximately 68% of routes. Medium-haul journeys represent about 10% of the flights. Short-haul flights make up the remaining 22% of the routes. These proportions reflect the distribution of flight distances observed over the trailing 90 days.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Cardiff?

Historically, some of the most affordable international flights from Cardiff have been to destinations like Rome, Italy, with a median price of £75. Oslo, Norway, also offers competitive pricing, with a median of £87. Other options include Heraklion, Greece, at a median of £115, and Bilbao, Spain, with a median price of £116. These prices are based on trends observed in the trailing 90 days.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cardiff?

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff, with an average price of $376. This represents a savings of 23% compared to the annual median average price of $489. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $397. These trends reflect pricing patterns observed over the past year.

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CWL
Málaga
Spain • 2026-10-19
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£64
£15
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Alicante
Spain • 2026-09-29
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£56
£15
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Dublin
Ireland • 2026-09-01
79% AI deal score
£63
£15
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CWL
Faro
Portugal • 2026-09-29
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£76
£19
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Spain • 2026-09-29
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£134
£29
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Spain • 2026-10-31
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£96
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Glasgow
United Kingdom • 2026-09-09
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£130
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Manchester
United Kingdom • 2026-09-30
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£106
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United Kingdom • 2026-09-14
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Flights from Cardiff: Overview

Insights for flights from Cardiff

Travelers from Cardiff can reach 162 unique cities across 48 countries, based on recent fare data over the last 90 days. The majority of recent fares from Cardiff are to Spain, accounting for 53% of destinations. The Netherlands is the second most common country, representing 12% of recent fares, followed by the United Kingdom at 6%. Popular destinations include cities like Alicante, Málaga, and Amsterdam.

For those seeking cheap flights from Cardiff, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days is Alicante, Spain. Following closely, Málaga, Spain also appears often in recent fare observations. Another popular choice for travelers from Cardiff is Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Cardiff start at £28 for a roundtrip to Dublin, Ireland. You can also find competitive prices to Faro, Portugal, with fares beginning at £34. Another economical option is Málaga, Spain, where flights are available from £38.

The flight distance mix from Cardiff shows that 68% of routes are long-haul, indicating a strong focus on distant international travel. Short-haul flights make up 22% of the routes, while medium-haul destinations account for 10% of the options available.

Only 5.8% of recent fares from Cardiff are for direct flights, meaning the vast majority of routes, about 94.2%, involve at least one stop. This indicates that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers departing from Cardiff.

Most popular airlines from Cardiff

KLM

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

British Airways

Aer Lingus

Ryanair

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Wizz Air

Last-minute flights going from Cardiff soon

Sat, Sep 5

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CWL - Rhodes

Cardiff (CWL) - Rhodes (RHO)

TUI Airways

£264

£73

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

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CWL - Antalya

Cardiff (CWL) - Antalya (AYT)

TUI Airways

£209

£100

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

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CWL - Paphos

Cardiff (CWL) - Paphos (PFO)

TUI Airways

£381

£124

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Sydney

Cardiff (CWL) - Sydney (SYD)

Ryanair

£1,322

£778

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Kos

Cardiff (CWL) - Kos (KGS)

TUI Airways

£201

£69

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Zakynthos Island

Cardiff (CWL) - Zakynthos Island (ZTH)

TUI Airways

£284

£78

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Cardiff

Heraklion

TOP

Greece • Sep 2026

from

£46

Rhodes

TOP

Greece • Aug 2026

from

£100

Antalya

TOP

Turkey • Aug 2026

from

£100

Zakynthos Island

TOP

Greece • Aug 2026

from

£81

Larnaca

TOP

Cyprus • Aug 2026

from

£117

Sydney

TOP

Australia • Sep 2026

from

£820

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Cardiff

-40%

CWL - Sydney

£1,306 → £778

-32%

CWL - Hong Kong

£801 → £542

-21%

CWL - Tokyo

£807 → £636

-28%

CWL - Sulaymaniyah

£591 → £425

Popular Airports from Cardiff

Cardiff airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Tue - Sat

The cheapest flights from CWL are on Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, with fares as low as $32.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$13 direct / ~$28 roundtrip

Cheapest flights from Cardiff are to Dublin, Ireland, with direct flights also available to Portugal and Spain.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Ryanair, TUI Airways, Aer Lingus, Vueling Airlines

Low-cost and leisure airlines offer the most routes from Cardiff.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months ahead from Cardiff offers the lowest median airfares.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Mar, May

Flights from Cardiff tend to be lower priced in February, March, and May.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Dublin

Flights from Cardiff to Dublin are currently available from £13.

Cardiff main airports to depart from

Cardiff (CWL)

Cheapest

Cardiff Airport is a convenient choice for travelers flying from the capital city of Wales.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£33

Airports nearby Cardiff used as alternative

Bristol (BRS)

Cheapest

Bristol Airport is a practical alternative for Cardiff travelers due to its proximity and extensive European network.

📍 ~34 km from Cardiff (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£28

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Booking Flights from Cardiff: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Cardiff have found various destinations for under £150. For example, flights to Rome typically have a median price of £75. Other affordable options include London, with median prices around £82 for one airport and £85 for another, and Milan at a median of £86. Oslo also presents opportunities, with median prices of £87 and £98 depending on the airport. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing 90 days.

From Cardiff, travelers can typically fly to 162 unique cities across 48 countries. Historically, Spain has been a prominent destination, accounting for 53% of the available routes. The Netherlands follows with a 12% share, and the United Kingdom represents 6% of the destinations. These figures are based on flight patterns observed in the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served destinations from Cardiff include Alicante in Spain and Málaga, also in Spain. Another popular route is to Amsterdam in the Netherlands. These destinations have historically shown consistent availability for travelers departing from Cardiff, reflecting common travel patterns over the past 90 days.

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