How long is the flight from London to Cardiff?

There are many flights that can get you from London to Cardiff in 4h 15m. 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 Stansted - 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.

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

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

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 78% of one-stop itineraries from London to Cardiff on Cheapflights.

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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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cardiff

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ryanair 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.

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2.0

Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

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

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Ryanair

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2.0

Mediocre

Nadia,Mar 2026

STN - TLL

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 4h 15m. 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 Stansted - 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?
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