Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Split's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Split one hour ahead of Cardiff.
To ensure you catch your CWL to SPU flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CWL and SPU:
Dublin Airport
Dubrovnik Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Split Airport (SPU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Split Airport flight is £181. A return ticket right now is £217. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CWL to SPU if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Of the flights that depart from Cardiff Airport, 66.16% land on time at their destination.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 17 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near CWL:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
If you're coming in on a late Cardiff Airport to Split Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SPU:
Pick up a Split Airport rental car and discover Split and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Split Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
From Split Airport, Split is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Split. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Split Airport for August if you want to explore Split during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CWL to SPU sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
Split has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Croatia you should also see. About 160 miles north of Split, a trip to Zagreb will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Around 160 miles north-west of Split, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience major highlights starting with Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.