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Flight deals from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,482. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Inverness

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Inverness flights are currently cheapest in October.

Cardiff to Inverness: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cardiff to Inverness below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Inverness.

Cardiff to Inverness: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$565
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Inverness: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cardiff to Inverness is $569. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cardiff to Inverness. But we found flights with one or more stops from $569.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Cardiff to Inverness.
The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Inverness is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport on Sunday, 18 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cardiff Airport and Inverness Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Inverness but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Inverness is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Inverness.

Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Inverness Airport (INV): what you need to know

  • Cardiff and Inverness share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.

  • To ensure you catch your CWL to INV flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a well-known stop between CWL and INV.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Inverness Airport (INV)

  • Currently, $524 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $565. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to INV if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CWL to INV is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport.

Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to CWL? If you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Inverness Airport (INV)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near INV instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Inverness Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Budget or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Inverness and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Inverness Airport about one week before travelling.

Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness

  • Inverness Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Inverness. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Inverness Airport (INV)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Inverness based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Inverness Airport for July if you'd like to explore Inverness during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CWL to INV sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Inverness is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres south of Inverness, a visit to Glasgow will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

  • Around 177 kilometres south of Inverness, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.

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