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Overview: Edinburgh to Cardiff flight
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Flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff depart on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 10:05, the last at 20:45. The fastest flight covers the 497 km distance in 1h 15m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 497 km |
Average flight duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Flights per day 1 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 10:05 |
Last flight 20:45 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
1
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Cardiff will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £164.
Of the 1 flights that leave Edinburgh 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 497 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 497 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£171 Average Price | £191 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Cardiff flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Cardiff flights for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| LM0337 | 10:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1h40 | 12:25 Cardiff Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Airlines: Azul, easyJet from Edinburgh to CardiffFind the best flights between Edinburgh to Cardiff with Omio's travel partners Azul, easyJet from £32. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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Flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff
There are regular flight departures from Edinburgh for Cardiff every day of the week. Non-stop flights, taking under an hour and a half, are the quickest. Indirect flights requiring at least one layover are also available every day. These can take up to four hours of flying time.
Which airlines fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
Flybe is the only airline operating non-stop flights between these two cities. Air France, KLM and Alitalia offer indirect flights requiring at least one change. All other indirect flights are from two airlines in conjunction with each other. These are KLM in conjunction with Air France, as well as TAM in conjunction with KLM.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
Non-stop direct flights are the fastest way of travelling between these two cities. The non-stop flying time is about one hour and twenty minutes. Indirect flights require at least one layover. Flying time for flights requiring one layover is about three hours, while flights requiring two layovers take up to four hours of flying time.
How many flights are there from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
There's a wide choice of flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff every day of the week. On weekdays, there are three non-stop flights every day, with two direct flights on both Saturdays and Sundays. In addition, there up to nine indirect flights on weekdays, with six indirect flights on Saturdays and Sundays. The first flights leave early in the morning while the last leave late in the evening. Flight departures are concentrated in the morning and afternoon peak hours.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?
Departure airport: Edinburgh Airport, where flights depart from, is nine miles from the city centre. Trams and buses make the journey to the city centre in about half an hour. Among the facilities available at the airport are food outlets, cafes, public toilets, left luggage facilities, currency exchange and cash machines.
Arrival airport: Cardiff Airport is the arrival point for these flights, 12 miles from Cardiff's city centre. A bus service makes this journey in 35 minutes. Shuttle buses are available to ferry passengers to the nearest railway station from which there is half an hour's train ride to the city centre. Airport facilities include shops, food outlets, a currency exchange, cash points and public toilets.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Cardiff flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Cardiff generally leave from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Cardiff Airport.
Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km away from Edinburgh city centre and Cardiff Airport is 19 km from Cardiff city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Cardiff
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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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