Flight Routes from Cardiff to Edinburgh

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Flight distance
507 km
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Flight schedule from Cardiff (CWL) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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  1. 28 Sept – 4 Oct 2026
  2. 5 – 11 October 2026
  3. 12 – 18 October 2026
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      1. Ryanair

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh

      Favourite airline: Loganair
      The most popular airline for flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh is Loganair.
      Loganair
      58 %
      Aer Lingus
      23 %
      KLM
      20 %
      Cheapest weekday: Monday
      The cheapest flights on this route are operated on Monday.
      Direct flights are the cheapest connection
      Compared to flights with a stopover, direct flights are £ 2.00 cheaper on this route.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      01h 35min
      08h 50min
      131 £
      133 £
      The favourite connection is non-stop
      62 % of travellers decide to book a direct flight on this route.
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      bookings
      Direct flights
      01h 35min, from 131 £
      62 %
      1 stopover Belfast City
      07h 45min, from 164 £
      33 %
      1 stopover Belfast City Belfast International
      08h 50min, from 133 £
      5 %

      Useful information about the flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh

      Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh

      The flight route from Cardiff (CWL) to Edinburgh (EDI) is popular with business travellers as well as tourists. Between 1 and 3 flights are operated every day by the airline Flybe as a direct flight. The distance between the two cities is 400 miles and it would take around 7 hours to drive this distance. Public transport on this route takes around 7 hours and the trip involves 2 changes. Compared to this, the flight time of only 1 hour and 30 minutes is very short. Passengers can further reduce the overall time of the journey by taking only hand luggage to avoid the queues at the airport of departure and the destination airport in Scotland.

      Cheap flight

      A cheap flight on this route is widely available if prices are compared online well in advance of the date of travel. A low cost flight should not cost much more than £100.

      Destination airport in Edinburgh


      Edinburgh Airport is Scotland's busiest airport and is only 6 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. Buses and coaches will transfer passengers to their destination upon arrival.

      Cardiff airport

      Cardiff airport is the main international airport for Wales and has a large catchment area which includes towns and villages in South and West Wales. Alternative airports used by residents of South Wales might be Bristol airport, which is south of the River Severn. However, Cardiff airport is well connected to towns and villages in Wales by public transport. The airport is located about 12 miles from Cardiff city centre.

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
      The route from Cardiff to Edinburgh is served by connecting flights with one stop. These typically take around 9 hours 30 minutes, depending on the layover duration and the connection chosen. If travel time is important to you, pay particular attention to connections with a short stopover.
      Are there direct flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
      No, there are currently no direct flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh. However, you can reach Edinburgh with a connecting flight via one stop. Allow extra travel time for the connection and pay particular attention to the length of the layover.
      Which airlines fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
      Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh are available with one stop, operated by, among others, Ryanair (via Dublin). When comparing options, look beyond the price and consider the total travel time and the length of the layover.

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      Arrival airport Airport Edinburgh (EDI)
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