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Flight deals from East Midlands to Cardiff

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Cardiff.145 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 145 €, select.
Cardiff.150 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cardiff on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 150 €, select.
Cardiff.156 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 156 €, select.
Cardiff.165 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Fri, 11 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 165 €, select.
Cardiff.170 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 170 €, select.
Cardiff.197 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Cardiff on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 197 €, select.
Cardiff.204 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 204 €, select.
Cardiff.421 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from East Midlands on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Cardiff.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Fri, 30 May, arriving in East Midlands.Price includes taxes and charges.From 421 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from East Midlands to Cardiff

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like East Midlands to Cardiff flights are currently cheapest in June.
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from 421 €
Jun
from 145 €
Jul
from 165 €
Aug
from 170 €
Sep
from 204 €
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East Midlands to Cardiff: Alternative routes

Compare routes from East Midlands to Cardiff below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cardiff.

Nottingham to Cardiff: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found145 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from East Midlands to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from East Midlands to Cardiff is 145 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from East Midlands to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from 145 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from East Midlands to Cardiff.
The cheapest month to fly from East Midlands to Cardiff is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport on Friday, 6 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between East Midlands Airport and Cardiff Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cardiff but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cardiff is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cardiff.

Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

  • Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Nottingham.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your EMA to CWL flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between EMA and CWL:

    • Dublin Airport

    • Faro Airport

    • Malaga Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is 74 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 145 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap tickets from EMA to CWL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Finding cheap flights from EMA to CWL is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport.

Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to CWL if you're taking a late East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cardiff and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

  • Cardiff Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Cardiff. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cardiff. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from East Midlands Airport to Cardiff Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EMA to CWL in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Cardiff has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres east of Cardiff, a visit to London will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • Birmingham is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No trip is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nottingham to Cardiff

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