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Cardiff (CWL) to Edinburgh (EDI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom is 506 kilometers (314 miles / 273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 360°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United Kingdom. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Cardiff, it's 19:58 in Edinburgh.
The return flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 180° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.