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Cheap flights from London to Cardiff from £39

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CWL
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to Cardiff

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£71

One-way from

£39

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£486
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 21/1-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 25m total
  • London to Cardiff
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 20m total
  • London to Cardiff
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£66 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from London to Cardiff
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Cardiff. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Wed 21/110:10LGW - CWL
1 stop5h 20mRyanair
Sun 25/121:20CWL - LGW
1 stop11h 05mRyanair
Deal found 6/1£71
Mon 19/118:45STN - CWL
1 stop4h 20mRyanair
Fri 23/116:05CWL - STN
1 stop7h 50mRyanair
Deal found 6/1£86
Mon 26/113:50LTN - CWL
1 stop9h 15mRyanair
Fri 30/122:25CWL - LTN
1 stop13h 30mRyanair
Deal found 8/1£86
Wed 4/210:10LGW - CWL
1 stop5h 20mRyanair
Wed 11/215:55CWL - LGW
1 stop5h 10mRyanair
Deal found 7/1£86
Wed 4/206:50LTN - CWL
1 stop8h 40mRyanair
Wed 11/215:55CWL - LTN
1 stop4h 10mRyanair
Deal found 7/1£87
Wed 21/121:40LGW - CWL
1 stop12h 25mRyanair
Sat 24/120:05CWL - LGW
1 stop11h 55mRyanair
Deal found 7/1£90
Fri 6/215:15STN - CWL
1 stop6h 45mRyanair
Thu 12/210:30CWL - STN
1 stop4h 35mRyanair
Deal found 6/1£92
Mon 19/113:50LTN - CWL
1 stop9h 15mRyanair
Fri 23/122:25CWL - LTN
1 stop10h 30mRyanair
Deal found 6/1£92
Wed 21/108:30STN - CWL
1 stop7h 00mRyanair
Sat 24/120:05CWL - STN
1 stop11h 45mRyanair
Deal found 7/1£93
Wed 21/106:50LTN - CWL
1 stop8h 40mRyanair
Sat 24/120:05CWL - LTN
1 stop11h 30mRyanair
Deal found 7/1£93
Mon 19/113:50LTN - CWL
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/122:25CWL - LTN
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1£94
Fri 6/214:55LGW - CWL
1 stop7h 05mRyanair
Thu 12/210:30CWL - LGW
1 stop8h 25mRyanair
Deal found 6/1£94

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London

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Cardiff

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonCardiff

LGW - CWL

LGWCWL

London Gatwick

Wed 21/1

10:10-15:30

1 stop5h 20m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 25/1

21:20-08:25

1 stop11h 05m

£71

LondonCardiff

STN - CWL

STNCWL

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

08:30-15:30

1 stop7h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Wed 11/2

15:55-21:20

1 stop5h 25m

£86

LondonCardiff

STN - CWL

STNCWL

London Stansted

Mon 19/1

18:45-23:05

1 stop4h 20m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 23/1

16:05-23:55

1 stop7h 50m

£86

LondonCardiff

LTN - CWL

LTNCWL

London Luton

Mon 26/1

13:50-23:05

1 stop9h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 30/1

22:25-11:55

1 stop13h 30m

£86

LondonCardiff

LGW - CWL

LGWCWL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

10:10-15:30

1 stop5h 20m

Cardiff Wales

Wed 11/2

15:55-21:05

1 stop5h 10m

£86

LondonCardiff

LGW - CWL

LGWCWL

London Gatwick

Wed 21/1

21:40-10:05

1 stop12h 25m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 24/1

20:05-08:00

1 stop11h 55m

£90

LondonCardiff

LTN - CWL

LTNCWL

London Luton

Mon 19/1

13:50-23:05

1 stop9h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 23/1

22:25-08:55

1 stop10h 30m

£92

LondonCardiff

STN - CWL

STNCWL

London Stansted

Wed 21/1

08:30-15:30

1 stop7h 00m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 24/1

20:05-07:50

1 stop11h 45m

£93

LondonCardiff

LTN - CWL

LTNCWL

London Luton

Wed 21/1

06:50-15:30

1 stop8h 40m

Cardiff Wales

Sat 24/1

20:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

£93

LondonCardiff

LTN - CWL

LTNCWL

London Luton

Mon 19/1

13:50-23:05

1 stop9h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Fri 23/1

22:25-18:45

2 stops20h 20m

£94

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to CWL?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Cardiff. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Cardiff as you normally would.

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

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Cardiff chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of one-stop itineraries from London to Cardiff on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Cardiff, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Dublin (DUB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £113.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cardiff, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Belfast (BHD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 3h 36m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Cardiff, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Belfast (BHD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 23m.

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 9 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM from London 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
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 1 airline. 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 5h 20m. Fly via Ryanair to get the fastest option. The distance between London and Cardiff is about 138 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Cardiff round-trip?

    Currently priced at £209, KLM will fly you from London to Cardiff and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Cardiff?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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.

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Top airline flying from London to Cardiff

Discover the top airline that operate flights from London to Cardiff. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£209Average£357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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