Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Santander is one hour ahead of Cardiff and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your CWL to SDR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CWL and SDR include:
Dublin Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Santander Airport (SDR)
Right now, $55 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $242. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from CWL to SDR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CWL to SDR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 17 miles from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CWL. Whether you have an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SDR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santander Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility and chase adventure across Santander and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Santander Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport is roughly 4 miles from the center of Santander. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Santander in April.
The warmest month in Santander is August, with temperatures ranging between 61ºF and 75ºF. Lock in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Santander Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CWL to SDR in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 41ºF and 57ºF on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Santander, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel about 200 miles south-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain and is around 200 miles south-west of Santander. No trip is complete without dropping by Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
