Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Only Economy class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff.

Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff pass through?

Connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff most commonly pass through: • Dublin (DUB) – 80% of one-stop connections • London Heathrow (LHR) – 20% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 87% on the London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £88 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £633, a difference of £545. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

There are currently no direct flights available from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff. Flights with 1 stopover take between 4h 52m and 8h 54m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

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.

How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff looking right now?

One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £74, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 52m, compared to 8h 54m via Dublin (DUB).

Which car hire options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?

Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • National

What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Ryanair (£77) offered the cheapest return ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Dublin (DUB) is the most popular stopover for the London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff route. 80% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DUB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £121. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

London Heathrow (LHR) had the shortest average connection time for London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff stopovers at 167 minutes over the past 3 months.

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13:05 - 23:25LGW London Gatwick-CWL Cardiff Wales

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How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff start at £77. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £170 to £633. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £77 on Ryanair.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
Only Economy class is available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff.
How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
There are currently no direct flights available from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff. Flights with 1 stopover take between 4h 52m and 8h 54m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
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.
How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff looking right now?
One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £74, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?
Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National
Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).
Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff pass through?
Connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff most commonly pass through:

• Dublin (DUB) – 80% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 20% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 87% on the London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £88 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £633, a difference of £545. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff?
Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 52m, compared to 8h 54m via Dublin (DUB).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average £88 – about £545 less than Monday (86% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff trip for January. Fares historically average £88 return in that month – typically £545 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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