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National Museum Cardiff
National museum with art, natural history and geology collections, plus Impressionist works and changing exhibitions in Cathays Park.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£58
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£58
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
8 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
8 h 50 m
Flights on 09 Oct
1
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Paris to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Cardiff will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Paris to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
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FR 25Flights from Paris to Cardiff depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 20:45. The fastest flight covers the 490 km distance in 2h 25m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 490 km |
Average flight duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 12 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 20:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Cardiff flights for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL2002+ KL1091 | 7:10 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 10h35 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2006+ KL1091 | 8:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 9h30 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1402 · KL1091 | 8:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h50 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1404 · KL1091 | 9:40 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h05 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1406 · KL1091 | 10:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h30 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2008+ KL1091 | 11:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h00 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2012+ KL1091 | 12:15 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h30 | 16:45 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1408 · KL1087 | 14:30 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 19h45 | 9:15 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
FR 1861 · FR 634 | 16:00 Paris Beauvais Tille Airport | 7h25 | 22:25 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2016+ KL1087 | 16:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 17h55 | 9:15 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2022+ KL1087 | 17:50 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 16h25 | 9:15 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
FR 25+ FR 634 | 18:00 Paris Beauvais Tille Airport | 5h25 | 22:25 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1410 · KL1087 | 18:40 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 15h35 | 9:15 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Cardiff — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cardiff trip today.
National museum with art, natural history and geology collections, plus Impressionist works and changing exhibitions in Cathays Park.
Open-air museum of Welsh life with historic buildings, crafts, gardens and rural traditions relocated to spacious grounds west of the city.
Museum in a Victorian library celebrating Cardiff’s story through interactive displays, local history and a well-presented city timeline.
Historic shopping arcades in the city centre, prized for Victorian and Edwardian architecture, independent shops and an easy walking atmosphere.
Large central parkland behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, gardens, woodland paths and access to key civic sights.
Revitalised waterfront district with public art, broad promenades, modern landmarks and easy walks around the former dock basin.
A hearty Welsh broth of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables. It is a classic national dish closely tied to Welsh home cooking.
Traditional Welsh rarebit is toasted bread topped with a savoury cheese, ale and mustard sauce. It is a beloved pub and supper dish across Wales.
A sweet Welsh tea loaf made with dried fruit and mixed spice, usually sliced and spread with butter. It is a staple in cafés and homes.
Elegant dining room known for refined modern British cooking and polished service in central Cardiff.
Smart restaurant focused on local produce, seafood and modern British plates with a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Stylish bistro and bar serving seasonal Welsh and British dishes, cocktails and brunch in a lively city-centre setting.
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transport and casual meals stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change or rounding up.
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Cardiff Airport -> Cardiff Central Station
Cardiff is the capital of Wales, a historic city and now the seat of the Welsh Assembly. It's a popular destination for city break vacationers heading for the Welsh mountains or the Pembrokeshire coast national park, or hoping to witness the local passion for rugby in an international match at the Millennium Stadium. French sports fans and business travelers can take direct flights from Paris to Cardiff with the national airline and a budget carrier. There are direct flights to Cardiff seven days a week, with flight times around one hour 20 minutes. Departures include afternoon and evening services. Indirect flight schedules offer several additional daily connections between Paris and Cardiff with one change required in transit, at Amsterdam Schiphol.
The French national carrier Air France offers daily direct flights from Paris to Cardiff from Charles De Gaulle Airport, in a code share operation with low-cost carrier Flybe. Additional indirect services to the Welsh capital from Paris with one change en route include Air France and KLM connections via Amsterdam Schiphol.
The fastest direct flights with Air France and Flybe on the 490 kilometers route north-west to Cardiff from Paris take one hour 20 minutes to complete the journey. Other direct flights take five minutes longer to reach the Welsh city. The fastest indirect connection is a KLM afternoon service from Paris Charles De Gaulle via Amsterdam, taking three hours 15 minutes total journey time to Cardiff. Other indirect flights take at least 40 minutes longer, and sometimes considerably more, depending on the length of the layover in Amsterdam.
The Air France and Flybe timetable offers two direct flights from Paris to Cardiff on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, with one direct service from Paris on other days. Schedules include afternoon and early evening departure times. There are also six daily indirect flights from Paris to Cardiff with KLM and Air France via Amsterdam, with morning, afternoon and early-evening take off times.
Departure airport: Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport is located in Roissy, 23 kilometers north-east of central Paris, with public transport transfers to the terminal available on express Roissybus services or by rail on RER line B and SNCF mainline trains, taking 20-30 minutes. Facilities at the airport include long and short stay parking lots, luxury fashion and jewelry boutiques, international restaurants, wine bars, French gourmet specialty stores, currency exchange bureaux, ATMs, business lounges and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Cardiff Airport is located in Rhoose, about 18 kilometers south-west of central Cardiff, with public transport connections to the city available on T9 buses taking 30 minutes or the 905 shuttle to the nearby Rhoose station for rail connections downtown. Facilities at the compact passenger terminal include car rental agencies, currency exchange desks, coffee shops, snack bars, pubs, a pharmacy, news vendor, executive lounge, free WiFi, and taxi stands.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

Most Paris to Cardiff flights use the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cardiff Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Cardiff airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 4 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered. ATMs are located throughout the airport in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Paris Beauvais Tille Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Paris Orly Airport is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Orly Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Orly Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Orly Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Cardiff Airport is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Cardiff Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal building.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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