Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dortmund Airport (DTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Dortmund is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Cardiff.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your CWL to DTM flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport. Many travellers pass through Alicante-Elche Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
At the moment, £80 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £134. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to DTM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that depart Cardiff Airport reach their destination on time.
Cardiff Airport is about 17 miles from central Cardiff. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CWL? If you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DTM if you're on a late Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dortmund Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Sixt or Europcar and explore beyond Dortmund's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Dortmund Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to central Dortmund
Dortmund Airport to the centre of Dortmund has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 miles away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Dortmund based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Dortmund Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dortmund, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to DTM in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Dortmund, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey around 260 miles east to Berlin to tick off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 180 miles north-east of Dortmund. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.