Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA): what you need to know
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CWL and LBA include:
Dublin Airport
Faro Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
When flying within United Kingdom, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identity document, like an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from CWL to LBA, make sure your ID is valid before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport is £62. The cheapest price for a return flight is £116. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CWL to LBA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from CWL to LBA. You don't need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Cardiff Airport is about 17 miles from central Cardiff. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CWL? If you're on an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Consider staying in a hotel near LBA if you're on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to central Leeds
Leeds Bradford International Airport is approximately 9 miles from central Leeds. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 43 minutes.
When to fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Leeds. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Leeds, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 22ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to LBA in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 8ºC then.
More about Leeds
Start your Leeds trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from CWL to LBA, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Royal Armouries Museum, Roundhay Park and Kirkstall Abbey are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Leeds itinerary.
Complete your Leeds trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Leeds Bradford International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Leeds trip.