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Tue, 25 Mar BHD - CWL
£46 £42
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Sat, 10 May BHD - CWL
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Mon, 07 Apr BHD - CWL
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Mon, 28 Apr BHD - CWL
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Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
0% A train in Cardiff costs roughly the same as in Belfast.
Belfast £2.3
Cardiff £2.2
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
10% A meal in Cardiff is 10% cheaper than a meal in Belfast.
Belfast £16.5
Cardiff £15
Distance: 244 miles
Belfast airports
Belfast City Apt (BHD) How far from city centre: 2 miles
Belfast International (BFS) How far from city centre: 12 miles
Cardiff airports
Cardiff-Wales (CWL) How far from city centre: 10 miles

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Useful information to fly from Belfast to Cardiff

For a quick getaway, you might consider flights to Cardiff from Belfast. The flight time is quite short, approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes (1h 20m) for direct flights to Cardiff from Belfast. When booking your cheap flights from Belfast to Cardiff, you can choose from a variety of airlines and flight times.

Time difference between Belfast and Cardiff

There is no time difference between Belfast and Cardiff. However, it's always a good idea to double-check for any Daylight Savings Time changes to make sure you arrive at the airport on time.

Best time to fly to Cardiff

Cardiff, the lively capital of Wales, has a mild climate with fairly wet winters and warm summers. For those looking for cheap flights to Cardiff from Belfast, the best time to visit is between May and October. During these months, average temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (68°F), perfect for exploring Cardiff Castle and the picturesque bay.

Find cheap tickets to Cardiff from Belfast during the off-season when prices are often lower. While winter temperatures average around 3°C (37°F), Cardiff's cultural attractions, like the National Museum Cardiff, offer a cosy escape from the occasional rain. Book your holidays in Cardiff.

Belfast airports

Belfast is served by two main passenger airports: Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). If you're flying to Cardiff, you'll likely find more convenient options departing from Belfast International Airport.

Airport information

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

Belfast International Airport (BFS) is located approximately 11.5 nautical miles (21.3 km) northwest of Belfast City Centre. It is the busier of the two airports in Belfast, handling over 5.9 million passengers in 2023. The airport serves as a hub for easyJet and offers a wide array of domestic and international flights.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is situated 3 miles (4.8 km) from Belfast City Centre, making it a convenient option for travellers. The airport primarily handles domestic flights and short-haul international flights.

Main airlines for this route

Here are the top 3 airlines offering flights from Belfast to Cardiff:

Cardiff airports

Cardiff Airport (CWL) is the main airport serving the city of Cardiff.

Airport information

Cardiff Airport (CWL)

Cardiff Airport is located approximately 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Cardiff city centre.

You'll find a range of facilities at Cardiff Airport to make your journey as smooth as possible:

Getting to Cardiff City Centre from Cardiff Airport

What to do and see in Cardiff

If you're looking for an exciting city break, Cardiff is the perfect destination. And what's even better? You can find cheap flights to Cardiff from Belfast with Opodo! Once you've booked your flights to Cardiff from Belfast, check out these must-see attractions:

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Belfast to Cardiff

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Belfast to Cardiff?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United Kingdom may apply when travelling from Belfast. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How can I find cheap flights from Belfast to Cardiff at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Belfast to Cardiff is 41£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cardiff expensive to visit compared to Belfast?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cardiff costs an average of 3.00 GBP, 25% cheaper than Belfast, with a fare of 4.00 GBP, while train tickets costs 4% less in Cardiff: 2.20 GBP against 2.30 GBP in Belfast. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 15.00 GBP in Cardiff, 9% less than the 16.50 GBP in Belfast. The price of the coffee is around 2% cheaper in Cardiff, with an average of 3.36 GBP, while in Belfast the coffee costs 3.44 GBP.
When is the best time to book a flight from Belfast to Cardiff?
The most popular months to book a trip from Belfast to Cardiff are July, August and May, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Belfast to Cardiff?
The best time of the year to go to Cardiff when flying from Belfast depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, August is the top 1º month to fly to Cardiff from Belfast in terms of searches from our customer, followed by July and October. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, February, January and May are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Belfast - Cardiff.
How long does the flight take to go from Belfast to Cardiff?
The total flight time between Belfast and Cardiff is of around 01:08 hours on average, considering an average distance of 404 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Cardiff compared to Belfast?
While in Belfast the temperatures can reach an average of 23.26 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3.0 mm ,Cardiff's temperatures can go up to 26.93 ºC during the hot season, with 9.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -1.52 ºC in Cardiff, compared to the -3.28 ºC average degrees reported in Belfast. During the winter period, Belfast can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Cardiff have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Belfast and Cardiff?
The main airport route flying between Belfast and Cardiff is: Belfast City Apt (BHD) to Cardiff-Wales (CWL). This route is covered by the following airline(s): Aer Lingus.
Which are the airlines with flights from Belfast to Cardiff?
Airlines with direct flights departing from Belfast to Cardiff are:
  • Flybe.
  • Aero Airlines.
  • Eastern Airways.
Flight Duration 1 h and 8 m Flights between Belfast and Cardiff take, on average, 1 h and 8 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Cheapest flight £41 Cheapest price for a flight between Belfast and Cardiff found by our customers in the last 72 hours
Departing Airport Belfast City Apt The airport Belfast City Apt is the departure airport operating flights between Belfast and Cardiff
Arriving Airport Cardiff-Wales Flights departing Belfast with Cardiff as destination arrive at Cardiff-Wales

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