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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Belfast to Cardiff:

• Earliest: departs at 07:05 and lands at 08:27
• Latest: departs at 17:10 and lands at 18:32.

The flight takes about 1h 22m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Belfast to Cardiff.

A direct flight from Belfast to Cardiff takes 1h 22m, covering 246 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Return flights from Belfast to Cardiff range from £107 to £172, with an average of £130 over the past 12 months. Anything below £107 counts as a good deal.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £126 return, compared with £242 via a stopover through London Heathrow (LHR).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£66 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Belfast to Cardiff flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £12 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National

Flights from Belfast to Cardiff may depart from several airports in Belfast area, including Belfast Intl (BFS) and Belfast City (BHD). Flights usually arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).

Most connecting flights from Belfast to Cardiff pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Belfast to Cardiff route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £121 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £151, a difference of £30. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Aer Lingus operates flights between Belfast and Cardiff.

Among airlines operating Belfast to Cardiff flights:

• Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.