- Must visit
National Museum Cardiff
Wales's national art museum with paintings, sculpture and natural history displays. A strong choice for a broad cultural visit in central Cardiff.
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Flights to Wales
Whether the mountains of Snowdonia beckon, the beaches of Pembrokeshire are hard to resist or travellers want to sample Cardiff's nightlife, flights to Wales are always an option.
Which is the main airport in Wales?
Cardiff Airport is by far the largest airport in Wales. It can be found in the village of Rhoose, a short train or bus ride from the centre of the capital city. Trains connect arrivals to Cardiff, Newport, Swansea and beyond, opening up South Wales for exploration. At the same time, flights also leave Cardiff for Anglesey Airport every day, putting North and West Wales within easy reach.
Which airlines offer flights to Wales?
Flybe offers services to Cardiff Airport from Belfast-City, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey, Newcastle and Anglesey. So whether they are coming from Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands or the North East, passengers should find convenient connections. And thanks to Flybe's involvement, fares should also be kept relatively low.
Why travel by plane to Wales?
Flying to Wales isn't always the first option travellers consider, but it can make a lot of sense. Firstly, there aren't many faster or more comfortable ways to get to Cardiff from many UK cities. If travellers are based in Belfast, Glasgow, Newcastle or Edinburgh, they will find that trains and buses take two to three hours longer (at least) than flights to Wales. Moreover, flying to Cardiff puts the whole of southern Wales within reach. Visitors can easily get to rugby matches at the Millennium Stadium, head to the Black Mountains or take a trip to the beach at Barry Island. And with Flybe offering plenty of connections, flights are cheap as well.
Before you travel to Wales by plane - good to know!
Before they travel to Wales by air, passengers should work out how they will reach their destinations. Flying is a great option for those headed to Cardiff or Swansea, and trains can take them all the way to Pembrokeshire resorts like Tenby or mountain destinations like Brecon. But flights to Cardiff aren't so handy for getting to north Wales, in which case Liverpool might be better. Wales itself is a diverse, beautiful country. Cardiff is a thriving cultural centre. Hay-on-Wye hosts a famous literary festival, and there are charming steam engine lines at Blaenau-Ffestiniog. The beaches in this area will take visitors' breath away, and there are endless castles from Pembroke to Harlech. Add in sublime scenery and it's a country that everyone should visit at least once.
Airlines: British Airways, Loganair flights to WalesFind the best trip to Wales with British Airways, Loganair. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most convenient journey has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.
British Airways
About
British Airways (BA) is the United Kingdom’s flag carrier airline with headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). BA is the second largest UK-based airline in terms of fleet size and number of passengers carried. Known as a full-service global airline, British Airways offers year-round low fares to destinations worldwide and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. syn p British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£52
Luggage included
Economy Basic includes 1 cabin bag (max 23kg, 56x45x25cm) plus 1 personal item (40x30x15cm)
Additional luggage
Additional checked bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare class
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy depends on ticket type - Basic tickets non-refundable, Flexible tickets can be cancelled for a full refund
Pregnant on board
Travel permitted until end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical clearance required after 28th weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Young flyers aged 5-11 can travel alone using British Airways' Skyflyer Solo service. Service must be booked in advance and is available on most routes
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
British Airways provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance through airports.
Pets
Pets travel in the hold except assistance dogs. Advance booking required. Only cats and dogs accepted on most routes
Entertaiment on board
Loganair
About
Loganair, established in 1962, is Scotland's largest regional airline, headquartered at Glasgow Airport. It primarily operates domestic flights within the United Kingdom, serving over 40 destinations, including remote island communities. Known for its \lifeline services,\" Loganair connects isolated areas and even operates the world's shortest scheduled flight between Westray and Papa Westray. The airline also uniquely uses Barra Airport, where flights land on a tidal beach. Loganair has a diverse fleet, including smaller aircraft like the Britten-Norman Islander, and offers a frequent flyer program called Clan Loganair."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Loganair frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of cabin baggage (40x35x18cm) plus 1 personal item
Additional luggage
Hold luggage can be purchased, 15kg or 23kg options available
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable tickets unless flex fare purchased. Changes allowed with fee.
Pregnant on board
Passengers can fly up to the end of 36th week for single pregnancies, end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancies
Unaccompagned minor
Young persons aged 12-16 can travel unaccompanied. Children aged 5-11 must use Meet and Assist service
Amenities on board the airplane
USB plugs
Accessibility
Loganair provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special assistance for boarding and disembarking
Pets
Small pets allowed in cabin, larger dogs in hold. Must be booked in advance
Complete guide to Wales
Things to do in Wales
Discover the best of Wales — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wales trip today.
- Must visit
St Fagans National Museum of History
Open-air museum of Welsh historic buildings, crafts and daily life in St Fagans. Ideal for understanding Welsh culture through reconstructed sites.
- Recommended
The Pierhead
Waterfront museum covering Cardiff's docklands history, migration and industry. A useful stop for understanding the city's multicultural past.
- Must visit
Cardiff Bay
Lively waterfront area with shops, public spaces, walking routes and bay views. A popular place for a relaxed urban stroll in Cardiff.
- Recommended
Llandudno Promenade
Historic promenade beneath Llandudno's limestone headland. Come for sea views, the pier, easy walks and classic resort architecture.
- Recommended
Cardiff Arcades
Victorian shopping arcades with independent shops, elegant details and covered walkways. A charming central Cardiff area to explore on foot.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth or stew of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables, long valued as a hearty farmhouse meal.
- Vegetarian
Welsh Rarebit
Welsh rarebit is hot savoury cheese sauce, often with ale and mustard, grilled on toast. It is a classic pub and supper dish across Wales.
- Vegetarian
Glamorgan Sausage
Glamorgan sausage is a traditional meat-free Welsh sausage made with Caerphilly cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs, especially associated with south Wales.
Heaneys
Stylish Cardiff dining room serving modern Welsh tasting menus with seasonal local produce in a refined but relaxed setting.
Sosban
Established Menai Bridge restaurant focused on local Welsh ingredients and seafood, with polished cooking and waterside charm nearby.
Johns Fish Market
Well-known Swansea market stall and café celebrated for fresh Welsh seafood, especially cockles and laverbread, in a casual setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are often cheaper than London, but tourist areas and peak seasons raise hotel, food and rail costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, cafés or pub specials.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a casual restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4.20 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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