CWL
Cardiff
United Kingdom
253 km
157 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
253 km
157 mi / 136 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
76°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CWL STN
Airport Name Cardiff International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code CWL STN
ICAO Code EGFF EGSS
City Cardiff London
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 220 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 51.400000, -3.340000 51.880000, 0.240000

Cardiff (CWL) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 253 kilometers (157 miles / 136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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 11:05 in Cardiff, it's 11:05 in London.

The return flight from London (STN) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 259° (west). 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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