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Flights to Cardiff

Flying to Cardiff is a convenient way to reach the Welsh capital. Every day, plenty of flights arrive at Cardiff Airport from aviation hubs like Glasgow, Manchester, Paris-CDG, and Dublin, so finding connecting flights won't be hard. And with excellent connections to the city, visitors can start sightseeing straight away.

Which is the main airport in Cardiff?

There's only one airport in the Cardiff area. Cardiff Airport (sometimes known as Rhoose) is around 12 miles outside the city. From there, visitors can take direct trains from Rhoose Cardiff Station, after catching free shuttle buses from the airport itself. Trains leave every hour during the week, and every two hours on Sundays, making transfers to the city center simple.

Which airlines offer flights to Cardiff?

Plenty of major airlines fly into Cardiff Airport. flyBe flies from Dublin, Rome, Paris, and Milan, while KLM runs services from Amsterdam, and Ryanair offers seasonal services from Barcelona. All are great options for those flying across the Atlantic, and are within 2 hours of Cardiff by air.

Why travel by flights to Cardiff?

Flying is always an excellent way to get to Cardiff, and there are plenty of reasons for this. First of all, flights make it very easy to transfer from trans-Atlantic journeys. Those coming from America can transfer at Madrid-Barajas or Amsterdam Schiphol, and be at Cardiff Airport within 1-2 hours. Secondly, transfers via Rhoose Station are quick and regular, so reaching the center of town is generally hassle-free. There are also plenty of budget flights to book, keeping costs low. And flying is usually quicker than alternatives, such as flying into London, then transferring to rail connections.

Before you travel to Cardiff by flights - good to know!

Cardiff is a major city, but it's not huge. So walking, cycling, or buses can get travelers where they need to be without any problems. Local transport providers allow visitors to store weekly passes on smartphones, then scan on buses - a very handy and quick way to navigate the city. There's plenty to see and do, as well. Cardiff Castle offers a window onto the medieval past, the National Museum has a superb collection of Old Masters, while Techniquest shows off Cardiff's modern side, with a host of engaging scientific exhibits. And after that, spend some time at Cardiff Bay, which is crammed with excellent bars and restaurants.