Cardiff to London (CWL–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between CWL and LGW, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Cardiff
| Metric | CWL→LGW | BRS→LGW | NQY→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CWL | – | 27 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 | 2 |
Travel Essentials
CWL: BST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cardiff, it's 6:00 PM in London.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
CWL–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, George Best Belfast City and Palma de Mallorca. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bristol (BRS), Newquay (NQY) and London (LHR).