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Cheapest return fare
£68
Typical prices: £76-£255
Ryanair
Wed 9/9Wed 16/9
EDI - CWL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£40
Typical prices: £108-£276
Ryanair
Wed 9/9
EDI - CWL • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff (EDI-CWL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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20:05 - 23:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
3h 20m1 stop Dublin
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23:50 - 07:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 30m1 stop Dublin
£68Ryanair
Fri, 11 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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23:55 - 06:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
7h 00m1 stop Dublin
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23:50 - 07:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 30m1 stop Dublin
£70Ryanair
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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17:55 - 22:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 55m1 stop Dublin
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23:15 - 06:55CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 40m1 stop Dublin
£70Ryanair
Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Ryanair Logo
17:55 - 22:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 55m1 stop Dublin
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22:50 - 07:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 20m1 stop Dublin
£70Ryanair
Tue, 8 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
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06:20 - 22:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 30m2 stops London Stansted Dublin
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23:50 - 07:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 30m1 stop Dublin
£87Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
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06:20 - 22:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
16h 30m2 stops London Stansted Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:50 - 07:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 20m1 stop Dublin
£87Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:55 - 06:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
9h 00m1 stop Dublin
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21:45 - 17:05CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
19h 20m2 stops Dublin London Stansted
£87Multiple Airlines
Mon, 28 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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05:40 - 09:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:30 - 23:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
5h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£185KLM
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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05:40 - 09:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:30 - 23:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
5h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£292KLM
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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05:40 - 09:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CWL Cardiff Wales
4h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:30 - 23:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
5h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£452KLM
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Edinburgh to Cardiff flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cardiff from Edinburgh usually cost between £108 and £165 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £68 on Ryanair (9 Sept–16 Sept).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Edinburgh to Cardiff, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cardiff, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff is April, where tickets cost £81 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £237 and £209 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £128 on average.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£40
Best time to beat the crowds (32% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cardiff based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

  • What are the common routes between Edinburgh and Cardiff?

    Common routes between Edinburgh and Cardiff include flights operated by airlines such as Loganair, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus. Loganair operates direct routes between these cities, while Ryanair and Aer Lingus operate stopover flights. Ryanair has stopovers in London (LON), Bristol (BRS), Dublin, and Brussels (BRU). Aer Lingus operates flights via Dublin Airport (DUB).

  • What ticket classes are available on these routes?

    None of the airlines operate Business or First Class flights between Edinburgh and Cardiff. The ticket classes available are Basic Economy and Economy. Basic Economy tickets are more costly and include different baggage allowances depending on the airline. Economy is a standard ticket without luggage included.

  • How can I lower my carbon footprint on these flights?

    Various airlines operate flights with reduced Co2 emissions. Ryanair operates the best option, with a single stopover at Dublin Airport (DUB) en route and 75% fewer Co2 emissions. British Airways and Aer Lingus offer flights with a stopover at Belfast Airport (BHD) and 72% less Co2 than average flights.

  • What is the luggage policy on Air France flights?

    Air France offers two ticket options on these routes. The standard ticket includes one carry-on bag and no checked luggage. Flexible tickets sometimes come with checked baggage included. The luggage limit is 15 kg. You can add extra luggage during the booking process, which works out to 30% less than paying for luggage at the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff was £40 for a one-way ticket and £68 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    On your way to Cardiff, you’ll fly out from Edinburgh Turnhouse. You’ll be landing at Cardiff Wales.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Edinburgh to Cardiff flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Edinburgh and Cardiff.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff, Loganair or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff are Loganair and KLM. With an average price for the route of £198 and an overall rating of 8.0, Loganair is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £205 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cardiff from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cardiff with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cardiff from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff

  • One of the best ways to get to the city centre from Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) is by using public transport. The T9 bus service operates frequently and provides a direct connection to Cardiff'scentre. It offers a cost-effective and efficient option for passengers with comfortable seating and ample luggage space. The journey takes approximately 35 minutes.
  • Choosing flights with multiple stopovers is one of the most budget-friendly options, like flights with Ryanair via Dublin. If you're on these flights, be aware that your stopovers will be self-transfer. Ensure you have plenty of time to collect your luggage and check-in. Familiarise yourself with the airport layout and account for delays when factoring in the time.
  • If you're travelling with lots of luggage, choose flights with major airlines from Loganair or KLM and have a baggage allowance included in your ticket price. Loganair tickets include one cabin bag and one checked bag of 15 kg. KLM includes a cabin bag and checked luggage, but checked luggage is limited to 12 kg. You can pay for extra luggage during the booking process.
  • Travellers who need to stay connected to the web during their flight for business or personal reasons can choose airlines with in-flight Wi-Fi throughout the flight. KLM is a popular choice with daily flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Air France operates daily flights with in-flight connectivity and two stopovers at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Amsterdam Schiphol en route.
  • For budget travellers flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cardiff (CWL), it's advisable to pack light and opt for flights with low-cost airlines. Airlines like Ryanair and easyJet operate on this route, offering affordable fares and flexible options. These low-cost airlines don't have a luggage allowance so you'll need to buy extra luggage for a cabin bag or checked baggage.

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