Los Angeles to Cardiff (LAX–CWL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Cardiff
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+7h ahead 3 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and CWL, connecting options are available through 3 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to CWL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
MIA ~13h 27m DUB ~22h 37m AMS ~27h 47m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
144
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → CWL
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
88%
Return
CWL → LAX
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
87%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Cardiff is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · CWL: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Cardiff.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–CWL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Cardiff route.
Route details
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: CWL
Full nameCardiff International Airport
IATA / ICAOCWL / EGFF
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation220 ft / 67 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to CWL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MIA, DUB and AMS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Cardiff is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via MIA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.