Cheap flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh from £37

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWL — EDI
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cardiff Wales to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in March or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 May 2026.

Mon 22/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Fri 26/623:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop7h 00m
Ryanair
Deal found 3/5£71
Mon 8/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Fri 12/623:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop7h 00m
Ryanair
Deal found 30/4£73
Tue 16/623:15
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop7h 40m
Ryanair
Tue 23/616:20
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop6h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 2/5£74
Mon 1/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Thu 4/610:40
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop11h 45m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/4£75
Mon 1/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Ryanair
Fri 5/623:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop7h 00m
Ryanair
Deal found 1/5£77
Sun 24/521:45
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop9h 45m
Ryanair
Tue 26/517:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 55m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/4£79
Thu 7/522:50
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop8h 20m
Ryanair
Mon 11/517:25
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop4h 20m
Ryanair
Deal found 29/4£87
Mon 22/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/620:10
EDI
-
CWL
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£91
Mon 22/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
2 stops15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/623:55
EDI
-
CWL
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£91
Mon 1/622:10
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop10h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/607:25
EDI
-
CWL
2 stops15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£92
Thu 4/622:50
CWL
-
EDI
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/606:20
EDI
-
CWL
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£93

Find flight deals from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cardiff (CWL) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£71

One-way from

£37

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£195
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 22/6-26/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 40m total
  • Cardiff to Edinburgh
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 20m total
  • Cardiff to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£17 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Mon 1/6

22:10-08:50

1 stop10h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/6

10:40-22:25

1 stop11h 45m

£75

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Sun 24/5

21:45-07:30

1 stop9h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 26/5

17:55-22:50

1 stop4h 55m

£79
Fastest return journey

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Tue 2/6

23:15-08:00

1 stop8h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/6

17:55-22:50

1 stop4h 55m

£95

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Thu 18/6

22:50-07:10

1 stop8h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/6

15:10-22:25

1 stop7h 15m

£96

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Tue 16/6

23:15-21:45

2 stops22h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

06:20-22:50

2 stops16h 30m

£111

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Mon 20/7

22:10-22:40

2 stops24h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 26/7

07:55-21:20

1 stop13h 25m

£113

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Fri 26/6

22:45-07:50

1 stop9h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 28/6

21:15-21:45

2 stops24h 30m

£118

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Thu 10/9

22:50-07:10

1 stop8h 20m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/9

07:55-21:45

1 stop13h 50m

£119

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Sun 14/6

21:45-07:30

1 stop9h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 21/6

07:55-21:20

1 stop13h 25m

£122

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

Sun 17/5

21:45-12:55

2 stops15h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 20/5

07:10-23:05

2 stops15h 55m

£128

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

The price you pay for your flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh (average of £153). Flying from Cardiff to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 4 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Ryanair, andeasyJet from Cardiff to Edinburgh 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.

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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

    You can fly to Cardiff from Edinburgh departing from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Scotland and arriving in Cardiff Airport (CWL) in Wales. Edinburgh Airport is just under 6 miles west of Edinburgh centre and is relatively small with just one runway, yet still rates as the busiest airport in Scotland and the sixth busiest in the United Kingdom. You can easily connect to the airport via bus or tram from Edinburgh centre with a journey time of around 30min and ticket prices ranging from around £2-6. Cardiff Airport is the only international airport in Wales and the busiest, sitting at just under 12 miles west of Cardiff centre in South Wales. You can reach Cardiff city centre from the airport by bus or train within around an hour at an approximate cost of £12-18. A shuttle bus service will conveniently take you from Cardiff Airport and drop you at Rhoose Station where you can pick up transport connections direct to Cardiff. The shuttle takes around 10min, costing just £1.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Loganair offer direct flights to Cardiff from Edinburgh with journeys taking just 1h 20min. This route flies directly from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport. Other routes are available with one stopover from Edinburgh Airport with KLM, Jet2 and Vueling Airlines. It is also possible to connect directly via the National Express bus service from Edinburgh Bus Station to Cardiff Central, which is a very economical option but a relatively lengthy journey at over 15h.

  • What are the stopover options between Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    You can fly with KLM airlines to Cardiff from Edinburgh Airport with just one stopover in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) for either just under a 3h transfer time with a total journey duration of 5h 50min or a longer transfer time of 7h 50min in Schiphol Airport, which would take the journey time to 10h 45min. These routes are somewhat economical, working out at just slightly more than the direct routes. Vueling airlines and Jet2 also offer a route from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport via Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) with one stopover for 4h 20min and a total journey duration of 9h 50min. You can also fly with Ryanair and Vueling airlines with two stopovers in Lanzarote Airport (ACE) and Alicante Airport (ALC) for 8h 25min transfer in Lanzarote and a 9h 30min transfer wait time in Alicante Airport, which extends the total journey time to 27h 30min. These routes are very lengthy, however, and fare not much better economically than a direct or one-stopover flight route.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    No visa or passport requirements are necessary for British citizens to travel to Cardiff from Edinburgh as the countries are all within the regions of the United Kingdom, which include Scotland and Wales. However, if you are taking a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, which involves a stopover or transfer in another European country such as Spain or Holland, then a valid passport or photo travel ID will be a necessary requirement. It is also advisable to carry your passport or photo ID with you on an internal domestic flight also as it may be required for identification purposes.

  • How popular is this Cardiff to Edinburgh flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    Departing from Cardiff to Edinburgh will take you 10h 40m. There are 314 mi between Cardiff and Edinburgh.

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

    Flying on easyJet is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at £51. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ryanair and Loganair, with the lowest prices starting at £90 and £152, respectively. Users have found that easyJet is 73% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cardiff to Edinburgh 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 Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh (average of £153). Flying from Cardiff to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £218). 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 4 airlines flying from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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easyJetCheapest£51Average£87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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