Flights from Madrid to Cardiff

Cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Cardiff

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: Nov 9 - Nov 15
€445
€289
November
Distance: 1,232 km
Madrid airports
Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport (MAD)How far from city centre: 13 km
Cardiff airports
Cardiff Airport (CWL)How far from city centre: 16 km

Book your flight from Madrid to Cardiff

Find direct and indirect flights from Madrid to Cardiff (United Kingdom) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Madrid to Cardiff takes around 4 hours, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Madrid and Cardiff

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport (MAD)
  • Arrival airport: Cardiff Airport (CWL)

Weather in Cardiff

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Cardiff, the average temperature floats around 21ºC in the warmest months and 2ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 22ºC
  • Lows: down to 2ºC
  • Hottest month: July
  • Coldest month: February
  • Driest month: June
  • Wettest month: October

How to save when flying from Madrid to Cardiff

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Madrid to Cardiff:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Cardiff. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Madrid to Cardiff

On average, what is the price of a Madrid to Cardiff flight?
When flying from Madrid to Cardiff the average price will be €384. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Madrid to Cardiff, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Madrid and Cardiff. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Madrid to Cardiff flights?
The most popular month for flights from Madrid to Cardiff are: May, September and April.
When is the best time to travel from Madrid to Cardiff?
A good period of the year to visit Cardiff from Madrid really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, February is the best month to fly to Cardiff from Madrid, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by June and March. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds August, October and May are the months with fewer searches for the route Madrid -  Cardiff.
What is the duration of a flight from Madrid to Cardiff?
Flight time, on average, from Madrid to Cardiff is usually 3 h and 45 m on average, at an average distance of 1,231.6 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Cardiff compared to Madrid?
The average temperature in Madrid is 24º degrees in summer. Cardiff reaches 17º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 5º degrees in Cardiff, compared to the 7º average degrees in Madrid.

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