Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Dubrovnik is one hour ahead of Cardiff and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CWL to DBV flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
TUI has direct flights from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dubrovnik — and maybe even more of Croatia if your schedule allows.
TUI has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CWL and DBV include:
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Right now, $94 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $108. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CWL to DBV.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CWL to DBV by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, 66.16% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Cardiff Airport is about 17 miles from central Cardiff. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near CWL? If you're boarding an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
If you're arriving on a late Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DBV:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz and explore beyond Dubrovnik's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Dubrovnik Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to central Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik Airport to central Dubrovnik has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 miles away.
When to fly to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport is January, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Dubrovnik based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dubrovnik, with temperatures ranging from 70ºF to 86ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 36ºF and 54ºF. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to DBV sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Croatia
You've seen Dubrovnik, now it's time to explore more of Croatia. Travel about 240 miles north-west to Zagreb to check off its top attractions. From Zagreb Cathedral to Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 100 miles north-west of Dubrovnik, Split is another favorite stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbor.