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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff from £40

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — CWL
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Cardiff

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Cardiff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 August 2026.

Fri 4/923:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop7h 00m
Ryanair
Sun 6/921:45
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop9h 45m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/7£76
Tue 15/917:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 55m
Ryanair
Tue 22/923:15
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 40m
Ryanair
Deal found 1/8£80
Wed 16/920:05
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop3h 20m
Ryanair
Wed 23/923:50
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/8£82
Mon 14/907:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop13h 50m
Ryanair
Mon 21/922:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Deal found 31/7£86
Tue 1/917:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 55m
Ryanair
Tue 22/923:15
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 40m
Ryanair
Deal found 30/7£90
Tue 1/917:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 55m
Ryanair
Tue 15/923:15
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 40m
Ryanair
Deal found 30/7£92
Tue 8/917:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 55m
Ryanair
Tue 15/923:15
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 40m
Ryanair
Deal found 30/7£93

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cardiff (CWL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£77

One-way from

£40

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£165
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 4/9-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to Cardiff
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 28/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Cardiff
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High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 August 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 2/9

16:05-23:25

1 stop7h 20m

Cardiff Wales

Wed 9/9

23:50-07:20

1 stop7h 30m

£79

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/9

23:55-06:55

1 stop7h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 20/9

21:45-07:30

1 stop9h 45m

£79
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

17:55-22:50

1 stop4h 55m

Cardiff Wales

Tue 22/9

23:15-06:55

1 stop7h 40m

£80

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

23:55-06:55

1 stop7h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 19/10

22:10-08:50

1 stop10h 40m

£81

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 31/8

21:25-22:50

1 stop25h 25m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 7/9

22:10-21:35

1 stop23h 25m

£101

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

07:10-23:25

2 stops16h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Wed 23/9

23:50-07:20

1 stop7h 30m

£102

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 15/9

17:55-22:50

1 stop4h 55m

Cardiff Wales

Tue 22/9

23:15-14:25

2 stops15h 10m

£105

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/9

23:55-06:55

1 stop7h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 20/9

21:45-22:45

2 stops25h 00m

£110

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 13/9

21:15-21:45

2 stops24h 30m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 20/9

21:45-07:30

1 stop9h 45m

£117

EdinburghCardiff

EDI - CWL

EDICWL

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 4/9

15:45-06:55

2 stops15h 10m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 6/9

21:45-17:05

2 stops19h 20m

£124

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff (average of £81). Flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Edinburgh to Cardiff flights typically cost between £108 and £243 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £77 on Ryanair (4 Sept–6 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cardiff

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cardiff. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cardiff. Reviews last updated 3 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Ryanair, andeasyJet from Edinburgh to Cardiff to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,454 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,920 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Cardiff. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Edinburgh to Cardiff flight route?

    The Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cardiff Wales flight path was viewed by 37 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Airlines like Ryanair fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff in about 7h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Edinburgh and Cardiff are separated by a distance of 314 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff round-trip?

    Ryanair, at £74, was found to be the cheapest airline from Edinburgh to Cardiff.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Loganair and KLM. You may be able to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Cardiff flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Cardiff by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff (average of £81). Flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff in July is currently the most expensive (average of £263). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£74Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LoganairCheapest£158Average£198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£171Average£210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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