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Cheapest return flight
£92
Typical prices: £127-£462
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Wed 17/10Sun 21/10
MAN - CWL • 1 stop
When to travel
July
Cheapest • 68% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dublin (DUB)
Cheapest • Avg £151 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 5h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cardiff (MAN-CWL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Cardiff

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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19:45 - 09:10MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
13h 25m1 stop Alicante
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23:50 - 08:30CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
8h 40m1 stop Dublin
£92Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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22:25 - 07:50MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
9h 25m1 stop Dublin
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17:30 - 00:25CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
6h 55m1 stop Alicante
£101Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:35 - 13:00MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
5h 25m1 stop Dublin
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12:15 - 22:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
10h 05m1 stop Belfast City
£108Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:35 - 13:00MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
5h 25m1 stop Dublin
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12:15 - 22:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
10h 05m1 stop Belfast City
£112Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:35 - 13:00MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
5h 25m1 stop Dublin
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12:15 - 22:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
10h 05m1 stop Belfast City
£113Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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11:20 - 07:50MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
20h 30m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Dublin
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10:50 - 22:10CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
11h 20m1 stop Granadilla Tenerife-Sur
£120Multiple Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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19:45 - 09:10MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
13h 25m1 stop Alicante
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23:50 - 18:55CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
19h 05m2 stops Dublin Milltown (Kerry)
£122Multiple Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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23:00 - 06:55MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
7h 55m1 stop Dublin
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23:50 - 07:15CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
7h 25m1 stop Dublin
£125Ryanair
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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07:35 - 13:00MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
5h 25m1 stop Dublin
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12:15 - 22:20CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
10h 05m1 stop Belfast City
£131Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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13:50 - 23:25MAN  Manchester-CWL Cardiff Wales
9h 35m1 stop Dublin
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15:35 - 07:45CWL  Cardiff Wales-MAN Manchester
16h 10m1 stop Malaga
£132Ryanair
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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Manchester to Cardiff?

Ryanair (£125) offered the cheapest return ticket from Manchester to Cardiff in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Manchester to Cardiff flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£92
Round-trip flight from Manchester to Cardiff

When to book flights from Manchester to Cardiff

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Your Manchester to Cardiff flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Manchester to Cardiff?

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

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Cardiff?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Manchester to Cardiff. Flights with 1 stopover take between 5h 02m and 7h 24m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Manchester to Cardiff?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Manchester to Cardiff flight?

    Return flights from Manchester to Cardiff range from £127 to £462, with an average of £276 over the past 12 months. Anything below £127 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 £12 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Manchester to Cardiff?

    Flights from Manchester to Cardiff usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Manchester to Cardiff pass through?

    One-stop flights from Manchester to Cardiff most commonly connect through:

    • Dublin (DUB) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Belfast City (BHD) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 21% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manchester to Cardiff?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 81% on flights from Manchester to Cardiff. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £89 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £461, a difference of £373.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Manchester to Cardiff?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 02m, compared to 5h 40m via Dublin (DUB) and 7h 24m via Belfast City (BHD).

Your guide to booking Manchester to Cardiff flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average £89, about £373 less than Thursday fares (81% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manchester to Cardiff trip for July. Fares historically average £89 return in that month – typically £487 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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