Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI): what you need to know
Cardiff and Sumburgh share the same timezone, UTC+0.
To ensure you catch your CWL to LSI flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Edinburgh Airport is a popular stop between CWL and LSI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
At the moment, £266 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £603. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to LSI, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that take off from Cardiff Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 17 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CWL:
Arriving at Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
After your Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport flight has touched down, unwind at a hotel close by. The Spiggie Hotel is a convenient option that's not too far from LSI.
Explore beyond Sumburgh and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Sumburgh Airport rental car from popular outlets like Avis or Europcar.
Increase your likelihood of securing a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Sumburgh Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to central Sumburgh
Sumburgh Airport is roughly 1 mile from central Sumburgh. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Sumburgh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Sumburgh Airport for August if you want to visit Sumburgh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CWL to LSI in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sumburgh. Around 300 miles away to the south-west, its top attractions include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
Around 280 miles south of Sumburgh, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
