Travelling from London to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the departure points for your flight from London to Cardiff Airport (CWL). Explore the options for taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW), two of the city's main airports.
London and Cardiff (where Cardiff Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from London to CWL.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Booked an early flight from London to Cardiff Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from London to CWL? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Cardiff Airport (CWL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Cardiff Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CWL:
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
From Cardiff Airport, Cardiff is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to Cardiff Airport from ج.م. 3,600 or travel return from just ج.م. 8,009. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure cheap tickets from London to CWL. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a larger selection of departure times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from London to Cardiff Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from London to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Cardiff Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cardiff. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Schedule your flight from London to CWL for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cardiff to range from 11ºC to 22ºC.
Search for cheap flights from London to Cardiff Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Cardiff
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cardiff right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from London to Cardiff Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Cardiff is to explore its leading attractions. Some highlights include Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
Complete your Cardiff trip with a car rental
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