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Cardiff.$48 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 8.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Wed, Apr 8, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.
Cardiff.$48 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 5.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Thu, Mar 5, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $48, select.
Cardiff.$103 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 11.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Mon, May 11, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.
Cardiff.$166 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 16.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Thu, Jul 16, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Cardiff.$173 per passenger.Departing Sat, Feb 28.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Sat, Feb 28, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.
Cardiff.$467 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 8.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Cologne on Sat, Aug 8, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $467, select.
Cardiff.$506 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 12.One-way flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departing from Cologne on Thu, Nov 12, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Cardiff from $48 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Cardiff flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Cologne to Cardiff: Alternative routes

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Cologne to Cardiff: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$48
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cologne to Cardiff is $147. 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 Cologne to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from $147.
There are no flights flying from Cologne to Cardiff, as of February 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Cardiff is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Cardiff Airport on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne 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 Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Cardiff is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Cologne.

  • To ensure you get on your CGN to CWL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CGN and CWL:

    • Malaga Airport

    • Alicante-Elche Airport

    • Edinburgh Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • At the moment, $48 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $147. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGN to CWL if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from CGN to CWL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • 74.45% of flights departing from Cologne Bonn Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is about 9 miles from central Cologne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CGN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

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  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

  • Cardiff Airport is approximately 17 miles from central Cardiff. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Cardiff in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Cardiff Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cardiff during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 52ºF and 72ºF.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGN to CWL in January. Average temperatures are between 32ºF and 48ºF then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cardiff. Around 130 miles away to the east, its top attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 90 miles north-east of Cardiff. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.

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