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Flight deals from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 330. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Cardiff flights are currently cheapest in April.

Edinburgh to Cardiff: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Cardiff below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cardiff.

Edinburgh to Cardiff: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 163
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff is AED 330. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 330.
There are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Cardiff Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cardiff but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cardiff is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cardiff.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Edinburgh and Cardiff follow the same timezone, UTC+0.

  • Flights from EDI to CWL start from 10:05 — the earliest with Loganair. The last service of the day is at 18:30 with Loganair. In total, you can choose from four weekly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport flights.

  • Your EDI to CWL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Loganair has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Cardiff — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.

  • The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Loganair.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and CWL:

    • Dublin Airport

    • George Best Belfast City Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • AED 163 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 330. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book nine months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to CWL.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from EDI to CWL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

  • Cardiff Airport is roughly 27 kilometers from central Cardiff. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cardiff. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to CWL in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cardiff. Around 209 kilometers away to the east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 145 kilometers north-east of Cardiff. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.

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