How long is the flight from London to Cardiff?

There are many flights that can get you from London to Cardiff in 8h 55m. Fly via Ryanair to get the fastest option. The distance between London and Cardiff is about 157 mi.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cardiff ranges from 50.0 - 90.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Cardiff when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cardiff, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from London to Cardiff?

While some choose either London City - Cardiff Wales or London Gatwick - Cardiff Wales, London Heathrow - Cardiff Wales is the most popular route from London to Cardiff.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cardiff from London?

Most people fly into Cardiff Wales (CWL) if they book a flight to Cardiff from London. On average, Cardiff Wales has 0 inbound flights from London per day from 0 airlines. Cardiff Wales is conveniently located just 9.1 mi from Cardiff’s city center.

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London to Cardiff flights typically cost between £85 and £301 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £73 on Ryanair (16 Oct–18 Oct).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Cardiff?

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of one-stop itineraries from London to Cardiff on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Cardiff?

Dublin (DUB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £108.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Cardiff?

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 4h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Cardiff?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 48m.

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Nadia,Mar 2026

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Terrible they overbooked a didn't let 2 of our friends on, absolute shambles

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cardiff from London?
Most people fly into Cardiff Wales (CWL) if they book a flight to Cardiff from London. On average, Cardiff Wales has 0 inbound flights from London per day from 0 airlines. Cardiff Wales is conveniently located just 9.1 mi from Cardiff’s city center.
How long is the flight from London to Cardiff?
There are many flights that can get you from London to Cardiff in 8h 55m. Fly via Ryanair to get the fastest option. The distance between London and Cardiff is about 157 mi.
What are the most popular routes from London to Cardiff?
While some choose either London City - Cardiff Wales or London Gatwick - Cardiff Wales, London Heathrow - Cardiff Wales is the most popular route from London to Cardiff.
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