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Flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Choose from 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff, including Loganair, Aer Lingus and . Loganair currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
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Aer Lingus logo Aer Lingus
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Edinburgh to Cardiff according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Find the cheapest direct flight options from Edinburgh to Cardiff over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £129 and round-trip tickets from £331.

Displayed flight fares from Edinburgh to Cardiff are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Flight details for Edinburgh to Cardiff

The distance between Edinburgh and Cardiff is 506.31km. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price£71
Cheapest return ticket price£146
Off-season travel monthSeptember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance506.31km
Popular airlineLoganair
Flight statistics for the Edinburgh–Cardiff route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

The average one way ticket price paid by Trip.com users from Edinburgh to Cardiff in each month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff is Feb, with an average price of £62. The most expensive month is usually Aug, with average prices reaching £173.

£173
£118
£62
£7
    Cheapest
  • £121
    Jan
  • £62
    Feb
  • £94
    Mar
  • £142
    Apr
  • £148
    May
  • £169
    Jun
  • £165
    Jul
  • £173
    Aug
  • £146
    Sep
  • £108
    Oct
  • £121
    Nov
  • £102
    Dec

Which day of the week is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff?

Data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average weekly airfare from Edinburgh to Cardiff on different days of the week according to Trip.com.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff is Wed. The average fare on this day is usually lower than on other days. Try to avoid flying on Sat as fares are usually the highest.

£265
£191
£117
£43
    Cheapest
  • £121
    Mon
  • £126
    Tue
  • £117
    Wed
  • £131
    Thu
  • £121
    Fri
  • £265
    Sat
  • £129
    Sun

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cardiff (CWL)?

    Based on Trip.com data, easyJet offers one-way fares as low as £71 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. EDI to CWL on Sat, Feb 21), while easyJet offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £146 departing on Thu, Mar 19 and returning on Sun, Mar 22.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff with the following airlines, including: Loganair Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Cardiff is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 1 flight per week flying from Edinburgh to Cardiff. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Loganair: -/-/-/-/-/-/- -- LM337 (19:07)
  • To find best deals on flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Feb 21, with one-way flights priced at just £71.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Loganair.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Cardiff travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff on February 28, 2026 with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, with prices starting at £172.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Cardiff, with Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport (EDI-CWL) is by far the most common option on this route: Cardiff Airport (CWL).
  • The time difference between Cardiff and Edinburgh is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flights to Cardiff from Edinburgh

Renowned for its culture and history, cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff have become a go-to for fun-filled city breaks and relaxing getaways alike. With prices starting from just £28, there’s never been a better time to travel from Edinburgh to Cardiff. A convenient destination to get to, you can fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff in just under 45 mins and be experiencing the excitement of the city in no time at all. Ready to start planning the perfect adventure? Find tickets from Edinburgh to Cardiff at Trip.com.

How to find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff

Looking for ways to secure cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff? Booking tickets in advance instead of leaving it to the last minute, choosing early morning or late-night flight times, and opting to fly with budget airlines are just some of the ways you can save money.

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Cardiff

There are a range of airlines offering direct flights from Edinburgh to Cardiff, including British Airways.

Flight distance & Flight time from Edinburgh to Cardiff

The average flight time from Edinburgh to Cardiff is 45 mins, with a distance of 309 miles between the two cities.

Departure from Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff

Located just 8 miles from the city centre, Edinburgh Airport is easy to get to. Trams from the city centre to the airport take just 30 minutes and depart every 7 to 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7.50 and you can catch the tram from Princes Street. You can also get a 30-minute Airlink 100 bus from St Andrews Square, with prices starting from £5.50 for adults and £2.75 for children. The Airlink 100 Bus departs every 10 minutes, making it a convenient choice, too.