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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cardiff to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cardiff to Edinburgh, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Cardiff to Edinburgh (CWL-EDI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh.
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Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh is July, where tickets cost $162 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $270 and $253 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh, you should book around 10 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

March
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.

When to book flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cardiff to Edinburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh

  • What flight options are available from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    The more popular flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are direct flights operated by Loganair. If you're taking a flight with British Airways, you can expect flights with a single layover at Belfast City Airport (BHD) en route. Aer Lingus offers flights with a layover in Belfast en route, while KLM typically offers flights with one layover in Amsterdam along the way. Ryanair and Aer Lingus operate flights with a single layover in Dublin before heading to Edinburgh.

  • How do I get to the city centre from Edinburgh Airport?

    There are three ways to get to the city centre from the airport, including buses, trams and taxis. A convenient and fast way is to catch a taxi from outside the main terminal, though this is usually the most costly. The Airlink Express Bus can be found at the D Stop of the airport bus terminal, and it'll get you to Waverley Train Station in about 20min. A tram will take around 35min and can be picked up on the ground floor, outside the terminal.

  • Can I stay in a hotel at Edinburgh Airport?

    Edinburgh Airport doesn’t have any on-site hotels at the moment, but there are several hotels in the surrounding areas that offer free transfers upon request. DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh Airport and Moxy Edinburgh Airport are a couple of the hotels within walking distance from Edinburgh Airport.

  • Can I get assistance for a hidden disability at Cardiff Airport?

    Cardiff Airport offers the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme, which you can book free of charge by contacting the airport's Special Assistance Desk beforehand. Wearing a sunflower lanyard at the airport discreetly let's the highly trained team know that you may need assistance.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Cardiff and Edinburgh?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cardiff to Edinburgh flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh on on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Edinburgh from Cardiff is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Edinburgh with an airline and back to Cardiff with another airline. Booking your flights between Cardiff and EDI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Edinburgh from Cardiff up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh

  • If you're travelling from Cardiff to Edinburgh on business and need a meeting room before flying out, you can access one of two meeting rooms by taking the lift from the ground floor of the terminal. The first meeting room has seating available for up to 30 people, while the second meeting room has informal seating for around 10 people.
  • If you're travelling with a baby, Cardiff Airport (CWL) has baby-care rooms with changing tables that offer privacy and comfort for passengers. You'll find these located in the departure lounge, on the first floor of the arrivals hall. They're available at all times.
  • If you're being driven to Cardiff Airport, you can access the Drop Off Zone directly in front of the terminal. You're able to use this facility free of charge for the first 5min and for a nominal fee for every 5min after that. The vehicle may not be left unattended.
  • If you have mobility issues and require assistance for any additional impairments, you'll need to let the airline know when you book tickets or at least 48h before your flight. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is committed to assisting you and will have a team of people waiting when you arrive, to help you through the luggage collection, checkpoints and transport process.
  • If you're looking at hiring a car from Edinburgh Airport, there is a wide selection of well-known providers operating from the airport, including Budget, Europcar and Hertz. The hire car centre can be found by the multi-storey car park directly in front of the terminal exit. You can follow the covered walkway as you exit the airport.
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Prefer to fly direct from Cardiff to Edinburgh?

Find which airlines fly direct from Cardiff Wales Airport to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cardiff Wales to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

Loganair

Loganair

Tuesday

Loganair

Loganair

Wednesday

Loganair

Loganair

Thursday

Loganair

Loganair

Friday

Loganair

Loganair

Sunday

Loganair

Loganair

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Direct returns

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cardiff Wales

Monday

Loganair

Loganair

Tuesday

Loganair

Loganair

Wednesday

Loganair

Loganair

Thursday

Loganair

Loganair

Friday

Loganair

Loganair

Sunday

Loganair

Loganair

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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Compare transportation modes for Cardiff to Edinburgh

Average priceAverage duration
Trains$6280h 00m
Buses$5914h 29m

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