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Cheap flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh from £78

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWL — EDI
9 heinä — 16 heinä1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cardiff Wales to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in April or May, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 heinäkuu 2025.

Round-trip from

£113

One-way from

£78

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£191

Good round-trip deal

£162 or less

Good one-way deal

£90 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 29/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 30m total
  • Cardiff to Edinburgh
10/7
  • 10/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Cardiff to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£2 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cardiff Wales to Edinburgh Turnhouse.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cardiff Wales to Edinburgh Turnhouse.

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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 heinäkuu 2025.

ti 29/716:20CWL - EDI
1 stop5h 30mRyanair
ke 30/723:25EDI - CWL
1 stop8h 00mRyanair
Deal found 2/7£113
ti 29/716:20CWL - EDI
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
ke 30/706:35EDI - CWL
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£141
pe 29/819:45CWL - EDI
Nonstop1h 30mLoganair
su 31/818:30EDI - CWL
Nonstop1h 40mLoganair
Deal found 2/7£214

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh 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 4 heinäkuu 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh that are best for you.

Fly from

Cardiff

Fly to

Edinburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

ti 29/7

16:20-21:50

1 stop5h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ke 30/7

23:25-07:25

1 stop8h 00m

£113

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

ti 29/7

16:20-21:50

1 stop5h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

ke 30/7

06:35-07:25

2 stops24h 50m

£141

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

pe 29/8

19:45-21:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

su 31/8

18:30-20:10

Nonstop1h 40m

£214

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

to 10/7

07:55-11:15

1 stop3h 20m

£78

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

su 9/11

20:45-22:20

Nonstop1h 35m

£79

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

la 2/8

09:00-07:25

1 stop22h 25m

£82

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

su 9/11

12:00-07:50

1 stop19h 50m

£163

CardiffEdinburgh

CWL - EDI

CWLEDI

Cardiff Wales

su 13/7

12:00-07:50

1 stop19h 50m

£261

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Deals found on 3/7

Best time to book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

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 21 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Cardiff to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £103). 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 heinäkuu 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cardiff to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cardiff to Edinburgh flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 heinäkuu 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Aer Lingus, Ryanair, andBritish Airways 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.

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Tim Hunter,May 2025

LHR - DUB

In the economy section one of the bathrooms was reserved for first class which made for very long lines in for the bathrooms. The temperature for the flight was very cold. I ended up catching a mild cold on the way home. No blankets were handed out / offered. The food service was OK but no napkins were given with the meals -- very weird. The crew as OK but definitely not nice and welcoming.

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Tim Hunter,May 2025

LHR - DUB

In the economy section one of the bathrooms was reserved for first class which made for very long lines in for the bathrooms. The temperature for the flight was very cold. I ended up catching a mild cold on the way home. No blankets were handed out / offered. The food service was OK but no napkins were given with the meals -- very weird. The crew as OK but definitely not nice and welcoming.

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Tim Hunter,May 2025

LHR - DUB

In the economy section one of the bathrooms was reserved for first class which made for very long lines in for the bathrooms. The temperature for the flight was very cold. I ended up catching a mild cold on the way home. No blankets were handed out / offered. The food service was OK but no napkins were given with the meals -- very weird. The crew as OK but definitely not nice and welcoming.

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Tim Hunter,May 2025

LHR - DUB

In the economy section one of the bathrooms was reserved for first class which made for very long lines in for the bathrooms. The temperature for the flight was very cold. I ended up catching a mild cold on the way home. No blankets were handed out / offered. The food service was OK but no napkins were given with the meals -- very weird. The crew as OK but definitely not nice and welcoming.

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?

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

    Flying on Ryanair is currently your cheapest option to Edinburgh, with prices starting at £113. Another option worth looking into is Loganair, starting at £214 return. Users have found that Ryanair is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £82 on Ryanair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Loganair from £96 and Aer Lingus from £163 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh is generally £144, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £76. When looking at the most popular route, (Cardiff Wales - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay £120 for that flight.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from Cardiff to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £103). 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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easyJetCheapest£53Average£95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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LoganairCheapest£110Average£175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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