Cardiff CWL to Dortmund DTM Flights

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Dortmund by plane is February.

You have options as you can travel between Cardiff and Dortmund 2 different ways: train or bus.

Dortmund is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 1 h between Cardiff and Dortmund all year round.

The best events to attend in Dortmund include:

• Dortmund Christmas Market, a traditional market featuring festive stalls and seasonal treats
• Signal Iduna Park Tours, guided tours of Germany's largest stadium
• Dortmund Beer Festival, a celebration of local breweries with tastings and live music
• Ruhrgebiet Industrial Heritage Trail, an exploration of the region's industrial history through various sites.

The best holidays to experience in Dortmund include:

• New Year's Day, a fresh start to the year with local celebrations
• Easter Monday, a time for family gatherings and spring festivities
• Labour Day, a public holiday with various local events and activities
• German Unity Day, celebrating national unity with parades and cultural events.

The best seasons to visit Dortmund are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Dortmund is during May-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.