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Overview: Paris to Cardiff flight
Flights from Paris to Cardiff depart on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £170 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest flight runs at 02:35, the last at 20:35. The fastest flight covers the 490 km distance in 3h 35m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 490 km |
Average flight duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £170 |
Flights per day 10 |
Fastest flight 3h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 02:35 |
Last flight 20:35 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Paris to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£185
Average price
£304
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 51 m
Flights per day
5
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 £304 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £185.
Of the 5 flights that leave Paris for Cardiff every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 490 km distance in an average of 7 h 51 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 14 h 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 Paris to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 490 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
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£406 Average Price | £282 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Paris to Cardiff flight times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Cardiff flights for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KL2008+ KL1093 | 10:30 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h25 | 16:55 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2012+ KL1093 | 11:35 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h20 | 16:55 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL3601+ KL1093 | 12:25 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 4h30 | 16:55 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2439+ KL1087 | 13:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 20h30 | 09:50 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2439+ KL1093 | 13:20 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 3h35 | 16:55 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2016+ KL1087 | 15:55 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 17h55 | 09:50 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL2022+ KL1087 | 17:10 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 16h40 | 09:50 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
KL1412+ KL1087 | 19:45 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 14h05 | 09:50 Cardiff Airport | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 06:40 Paris | 25h35 | 08:15 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:45 Paris | 6h00 | 15:45 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Paris to Cardiff Flights: An Overview
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.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Cardiff?
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.
How long is the flight from Paris to Cardiff?
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.
How many flights are there from Paris to Cardiff?
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.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Paris to Cardiff?
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.
FAQs: Paris to Cardiff flights
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.

Flights from Paris to Cardiff generally leave from Paris Orly Airport and arrive in Cardiff Airport.
Paris Orly Airport is 18.5 km away from Paris city centre and Cardiff Airport is 19 km from Cardiff city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Cardiff
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered.
- Shops are available in all terminals, including duty-free and luxury brands like \Hermès\ and \Lacoste.\.
- Parking available in multiple lots, including short-term and long-term options, approximately 4.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Air France Lounge and Star Alliance Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in each terminal, items can be reported and claimed online.
- RER B
- Bus 350
- Bus 351
- Roissybus
- 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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