Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff is three hours behind Dalaman and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DLM to CWL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DLM and CWL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Edinburgh Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is $188. A round-trip ticket is currently $788. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DLM to CWL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport.
Handy information about Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Dalaman Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.03% of flights that take off from DLM reach their destination without delay.
Dalaman Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Dalaman. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DLM:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CWL if you're on a late Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Cardiff Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Cardiff and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Dalaman Airport to Cardiff Airport for July if you'd like to explore Cardiff during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DLM to CWL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Cardiff, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 209 kilometres east to London to check off its top attractions. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
