Which airlines fly to Cardiff?

KLM, Ryanair and Aer Lingus are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cardiff from Manchester according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cardiff. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cardiff on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?

As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cardiff Wales Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cardiff Wales Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cardiff Wales Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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23:15 - 07:30MAN-CWL

8h 15m1 stop

13:10 - 21:40CWL-MAN

8h 30m1 stop

£105Ryanair

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Fri, 19 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep

23:15 - 07:30MAN-CWL

8h 15m1 stop

13:10 - 20:25CWL-MAN

7h 15m1 stop

£117

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17:25 - 07:30MAN-CWL

14h 05m1 stop

13:10 - 16:50CWL-MAN

3h 40m1 stop

£124

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23:10 - 10:35MAN-CWL

11h 25m1 stop

13:10 - 21:40CWL-MAN

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£125Ryanair

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19:40 - 11:30MAN-CWL

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12:00 - 19:05CWL-MAN

7h 05m1 stop

£324Aer Lingus

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19:45 - 11:30MAN-CWL

15h 45m2 stops

12:00 - 07:45CWL-MAN

19h 45m2 stops

£530British Airways

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12:00 - 07:45CWL-MAN

19h 45m2 stops

£879British Airways

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08:30 - 19:45MAN-CWL

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20:15 - 19:20CWL-MAN

23h 05m3 stops

£933Loganair

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Tue, 26 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep

08:30 - 19:15MAN-CWL

10h 45m3 stops

20:45 - 19:20CWL-MAN

22h 35m3 stops

£954Loganair

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Fri, 10 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct

11:10 - 16:45MAN-CWL

5h 35m1 stop

09:50 - 16:45CWL-MAN

6h 55m1 stop

£1,285KLM

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Ryanair flights from Manchester to Cardiff

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19 Sept

MAN23:15Manchester

8h 15m

1 stop

CWL07:30Cardiff Wales

22 Sept

CWL13:10Cardiff Wales

8h 30m

1 stop

MAN21:40Manchester

£105

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Ryanair

23 Aug

MAN23:10Manchester

11h 25m

1 stop

CWL10:35Cardiff Wales

25 Aug

CWL13:10Cardiff Wales

8h 30m

1 stop

MAN21:40Manchester

£125

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Ryanair

26 Aug

MAN09:05Manchester

6h 50m

1 stop

CWL15:55Cardiff Wales

2 Sept

CWL16:20Cardiff Wales

6h 05m

1 stop

MAN22:25Manchester

£127

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British Airways

25 Aug

MAN19:45Manchester

15h 45m

2 stops

CWL11:30Cardiff Wales

1 Sept

CWL12:00Cardiff Wales

19h 45m

2 stops

MAN07:45Manchester

£530

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25 Aug

MAN07:00Manchester

28h 30m

2 stops

CWL11:30Cardiff Wales

1 Sept

CWL12:00Cardiff Wales

19h 45m

2 stops

MAN07:45Manchester

£879

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23:15-07:30

1 stop8h 15m

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Mon 22/9

13:10-21:40

1 stop8h 30m

£105

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MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Fri 19/9

23:15-07:30

1 stop8h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 22/9

13:10-20:25

1 stop7h 15m

£117

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MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Fri 19/9

17:25-07:30

1 stop14h 05m

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Mon 22/9

13:10-16:50

1 stop3h 40m

£124

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MAN - CWL

MANCWL

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Sat 23/8

23:10-10:35

1 stop11h 25m

Cardiff Wales

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13:10-21:40

1 stop8h 30m

£125

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MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Fri 17/10

19:40-11:30

1 stop15h 50m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 19/10

12:00-19:05

1 stop7h 05m

£324

ManchesterCardiff

MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Mon 25/8

19:45-11:30

2 stops15h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 1/9

12:00-07:45

2 stops19h 45m

£530

ManchesterCardiff

MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Mon 25/8

07:00-11:30

2 stops28h 30m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 1/9

12:00-07:45

2 stops19h 45m

£879

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MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Tue 26/8

08:30-19:45

3 stops11h 15m

Cardiff Wales

Tue 2/9

20:15-19:20

3 stops23h 05m

£933

ManchesterCardiff

MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Fri 10/10

08:30-19:15

3 stops10h 45m

Cardiff Wales

Sun 12/10

20:45-19:20

3 stops22h 35m

£954

ManchesterCardiff

MAN - CWL

MANCWL

Manchester

Mon 25/8

11:10-16:45

1 stop5h 35m

Cardiff Wales

Mon 1/9

09:50-16:45

1 stop6h 55m

£1,285

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cardiff?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cardiff from Manchester, with most prices found around £229. If you are unable to visit Cardiff during the month of April, then departing from Manchester during the month December is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £247.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cardiff?

The cheapest day to depart from Manchester to Cardiff is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cardiff on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as £262. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Manchester to Cardiff for around £441.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cardiff?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cardiff is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as £258. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Cardiff, so prices are often more expensive at around £415 per ticket.

When to book flights from Manchester to Cardiff

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Manchester to Cardiff according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	£105
Fastest flight time	4h 10m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cardiff	1 airport

The best flight deal from Manchester to Cardiff found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £105

The fastest flight from Manchester to Cardiff takes 4h 10m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to Cardiff. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Manchester Airport - Cardiff Wales Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cardiff: Cardiff Wales (CWL)

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How far is Manchester to Cardiff Wales by plane?
There are 143.7 mi between Manchester and Cardiff Wales. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Manchester Airport to Cardiff Wales Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cardiff Wales Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cardiff Wales Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cardiff Wales Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Manchester to Cardiff?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Manchester and Cardiff, the leading airline is KLM, making up 76% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Ryanair with 24%.

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Cardiff

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ryanair	PriceFrom £107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 5,153 reviews		Search Ryanair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews		Search KLM flights

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