Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Cork?

Flights from Cardiff to Cork usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Cork (ORK).

Which airports do connecting flights from Cardiff to Cork pass through?

Most connecting flights from Cardiff to Cork pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cardiff to Cork?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 84% on the Cardiff to Cork route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €147 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at €900, a difference of €753. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Cork?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cardiff to Cork changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €162 to €997. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cardiff to Cork looking right now?

One-way fares from Cardiff to Cork are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €78, which is 84% below the typical average for this route.

Which car hire options are available at Cork Airport (ORK)?

Cork Airport (ORK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €4 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Sixt • Easirent • Thrifty • Europcar

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cardiff to Cork?

Ryanair (€162) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cardiff to Cork in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cardiff to Cork?

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of €478. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cardiff to Cork, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Cardiff to Cork stopovers at 507 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: €181-€339

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Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

08:15 - 22:45CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

14h 30m2 stops Dublin Birmingham

12:55 - 08:10ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

19h 15m2 stops Birmingham Dublin

€162Ryanair

Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

16:05 - 22:45CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

6h 40m2 stops Dublin Manchester

13:55 - 07:50ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

17h 55m2 stops Paris Beauvais-Tille Dublin

€166Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

23:50 - 13:20CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

13h 30m2 stops Dublin Liverpool J. Lennon

21:40 - 13:00ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

15h 20m2 stops London Stansted Dublin

€167Ryanair

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

08:15 - 22:45CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

14h 30m2 stops Dublin Birmingham

16:40 - 08:40ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

16h 00m1 stop Alicante

€169Ryanair

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

23:50 - 13:20CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

13h 30m2 stops Dublin Liverpool J. Lennon

18:25 - 08:35ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

14h 10m1 stop Malaga

€173Ryanair

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

08:15 - 22:45CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

14h 30m2 stops Dublin Birmingham

12:15 - 08:40ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

20h 25m2 stops Manchester Alicante

€176Ryanair

Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

21:10 - 07:30CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

10h 20m1 stop Alicante

21:40 - 13:00ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

15h 20m2 stops London Stansted Dublin

€205Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

21:10 - 07:30CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

10h 20m1 stop Alicante

18:25 - 08:35ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

14h 10m1 stop Malaga

€244Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov

08:15 - 22:45CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

14h 30m2 stops Dublin Birmingham

06:15 - 13:30ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

7h 15m1 stop Malaga

€257Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

12:15 - 08:25CWL Cardiff Wales-ORK Cork

20h 10m2 stops Belfast City Manchester

20:45 - 13:00ORK Cork-CWL Cardiff Wales

16h 15m2 stops Manchester Dublin

€260Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cardiff to Cork?

Return flights from Cardiff to Cork start at €162. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from €181 to €339. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was €162 on Ryanair.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Cardiff to Cork?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Cardiff to Cork changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about €162 to €997. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cardiff to Cork looking right now?
One-way fares from Cardiff to Cork are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €78, which is 84% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cork Airport (ORK)?
Cork Airport (ORK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €4 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Sixt
• Easirent
• Thrifty
• Europcar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cardiff to Cork?
Flights from Cardiff to Cork usually depart from Cardiff Wales (CWL) and arrive at Cork (ORK).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cardiff to Cork pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cardiff to Cork pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cardiff to Cork?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 84% on the Cardiff to Cork route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €147 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at €900, a difference of €753. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average €147 – about €753 less than Monday (84% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cardiff to Cork trip for July. Fares historically average €138 return in that month – typically €762 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cork Airport.
- Cork International Hotel
- Cork Airport Hotel

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