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Overview: Belfast to Cardiff flight
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Flights from Belfast to Cardiff depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:45, the last at 19:50. The fastest flight covers the 391 km distance in 1h 20m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 391 km |
Average flight duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 06:45 |
Last flight 19:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Belfast to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£263
Average price
£263
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Belfast to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Cardiff will cost around £263 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £263.
Of the 1 flights that leave Belfast for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 391 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Belfast to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 391 km
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£112 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Belfast to Cardiff flight times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Cardiff flights for tomorrow, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:10 Belfast | 1h20 | 10:30 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from Belfast to Cardiff: Journey Details
Flights are available every day between Belfast and Cardiff. FlyBe provides a daily service between the two cities, which departs at 10:40 a.m. The journey time to Cardiff is just 1 hour and 15 minutes, and no changes are needed. The only change to the schedule is on Sundays, when the FlyBe departure time is 11:25 a.m.
Taking a Flight from Belfast
All flights from Belfast to Cardiff depart from Belfast's George Best Belfast City Airport, which is only around 5 kilometres from the city centre. The quickest way to reach George Best Airport is by catching a train from Victoria Street or Central stations to nearby Sydenham station. Translink offer an airport train which runs from 6:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. and leaves every 20 minutes. There is also a Translink airport bus (route 600) which leaves every 20 minutes from Belfast Europa Bus Centre and runs from 5:45 a.m. until 9:25 p.m.
Flying into Cardiff
The Welsh capital is a hive of activity these days - offering superb entertainment, sports events, museums and beautiful coastline nearby. See a rugby match at the Millennium Stadium, visit Cardiff Castle, wander around the Welsh National Museum and enjoy a fine meal on Cardiff Bay. All flights from Belfast to Cardiff touch down at Cardiff Airport, which is near the village of Rhoose, about 20 kilometres south-west of the city. To get into town, catch the regular trains from Rhoose to Cardiff Central, which leave every hour. Shuttle buses are available to ferry passengers from the airport to the station. Alternatively, travellers can take the T9 Airport Express Bus, which terminates at Penarth Road in the city centre.
FAQs: Belfast to Cardiff flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Cardiff by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from Belfast to Cardiff generally leave from Belfast International Airport and arrive in Cardiff Airport.
Belfast International Airport is 27.6 km away from Belfast city centre and Cardiff Airport is 19 km from Cardiff city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Cardiff
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including WHSmith and duty-free shops in the departure lounge.
- Short-term parking located near the terminal, approximately 3.6€ (£3) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, Aspire Lounge with complimentary snacks and drinks.
- Located at the information desk.
- Bus: 600, 600A
- Train: Belfast City Airport Halt
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in the departure area, including WHSmith and Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 3.6€ (£3) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Executive Lounge available for a fee.
- Located at the information desk.
- Bus: T9
- Train: Vale of Glamorgan Line
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