Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Sale Airport (RBA): what you need to know
Rabat is one hour ahead of Cardiff and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your CWL to RBA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport. Many passengers pass through Malaga Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Sale Airport (RBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport flight is £119. A round-trip ticket is currently £265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CWL to RBA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that take off from Cardiff Airport make it to their destination on time.
Cardiff Airport is around 17 miles from central Cardiff. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sale Airport (RBA)
Consider booking a hotel near RBA if you have a late Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sale Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, united rent a car or MOVIS and explore beyond Rabat's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sale Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sale Airport (RBA) to central Rabat
Sale Airport is roughly 9 miles from the centre of Rabat. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sale Airport (RBA)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Rabat in April.
Lock in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Sale Airport for August if you'd like to explore Rabat during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to RBA in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Morocco
Rabat has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Morocco waiting to be explored. Around 50 miles south-west of Rabat, a trip to Casablanca will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Morocco, consider Fes, roughly 110 miles east of Rabat. Al-Attarine Madrasa, Bab Bou Jeloud and Dar Batha Museum are highlights.
