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July
Cheapest • 79% price drop
May
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Dublin (DUB)
Cheapest • Avg $195 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 5h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Cardiff (MAN-CWL)

 
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MAN  Manchester Airport (UK)-CWL Cardiff Airport
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Price, demand and travel trends for Manchester to Cardiff flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Manchester to Cardiff with more confidence.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Manchester to Cardiff?

Dublin (DUB) is the most popular layover for the Manchester to Cardiff route. 41% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DUB.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Manchester to Cardiff?

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $195. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Manchester to Cardiff which airport offers the shortest layover?

London Heathrow (LHR) had the shortest average connection time for Manchester to Cardiff layovers at 234 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Key details for Manchester to Cardiff flights

Low season

August

When to book flights from Manchester to Cardiff

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Cardiff based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Manchester to Cardiff flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Belfast City (BHD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Dublin (DUB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 64% on the Manchester to Cardiff route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $220 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $610, a difference of $390. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Manchester to Cardiff?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Manchester to Cardiff. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 49m and 8h 19m 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 a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manchester to Cardiff?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 49m, compared with 5h 49m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 6h 24m via Dublin (DUB).

  • What car rental options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?

    Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · Budget
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Avis
    · National

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

    Round-trip flights from Manchester to Cardiff range from $184 to $610, with an average of $549 over the past 12 months. Anything below $184 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $220 - about $390 less than Thursday (64% 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 $117 round-trip in that month - typically $644 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Manchester (MAN)
Cardiff (CWL)