CWL
Cardiff
United Kingdom
229 km
142 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
229 km
142 mi / 123 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/London
Heading
18°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CWL MAN
Airport Name Cardiff International Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code CWL MAN
ICAO Code EGFF EGCC
City Cardiff Manchester
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/London Europe/London
Elevation 220 ft 257 ft
Coordinates 51.400000, -3.340000 53.350000, -2.270000

Cardiff (CWL) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 229 kilometers (142 miles / 123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 17:18 in Cardiff, it's 17:18 in Manchester.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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