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Cheap flights to Cardiff, Wales

Cheap flights to Cardiff, Wales
Cardiff's 19th century architectural extremes range from the bravado of Cardiff Castle to the classical sophistication of the Civic Centre. Cardiff's 21st century claim to fame will no doubt be the sprawling docks that have brought Cardiff its fortune through the years, and that now is being transformed into a ritzy, urban, waterfront development called Cardiff Bay. You can easily leave the hustle and bustle of the city to explore the vast acres of parkland adjacent to the castle, or to take a leisurely bike ride along Taff Trail to Castell Coch. Definitely don't miss the Bute Park Animal Wall, right near the castle, where fantastically sculpted wild creatures inhabit the wall during the day and are believed to 'come alive' at night by the children of Cardiff. Experience the magic of Cardiff!

Cheap fares to Cardiff are really easy to find. From anywhere in the world, fly to one of London's three main airports where dozens of low-cost carriers fly, and then onto Cardiff by the cheapest means possible. Cheap flights are readily available from London, while some people choose to motor down the M4 and enjoy the countryside along the way. Trains leave from Paddington Station in London, going to Cardiff Central Station every half hour during the busiest times of the day. Fares are fairly inexpensive and will usually be less than a rental car.

Airports serving Cardiff, Wales

Cardiff Airport (CWL) is the only airport serving Cardiff and the rest of South, West and the Mid section of Wales. It's located in Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan, a village about 12-miles west of the center of Cardiff. Bmibaby has its hub here, while Flybe, Aer Arann, Thomas Cook Airways, and Thomson Airways all operate regularly scheduled flights and are all considered low-cost carriers. A free shuttle operates from the departures terminal to Cardiff Central Station and Bridgend. Three bus lines also provide transport into Cardiff.