Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Birmingham.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BHX to CWL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and CWL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
George Best Belfast City Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
£62 is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. A return flight starts from £115. These fares can change based on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to CWL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BHX to CWL.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Birmingham International Airport is around 15 miles from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to BHX:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise to explore Cardiff and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cardiff. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to CWL in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Cardiff has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 130 miles east of Cardiff, a trip to London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're ready to explore another side of United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 90 miles north-east of Cardiff. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.