Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Venice: what you need to know
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CWL to Venice flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from CWL to Venice. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
The journey from central Cardiff to CWL takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Venice? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CWL:
66.16% of flights leaving from Cardiff Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Venice
The best price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Venice flight is ر.ق. 348. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 799. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CWL to Venice, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cardiff Airport to Venice throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CWL to Venice by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cardiff Airport to Venice.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to VCE if you have a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Venice. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car and discover Venice and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Italy Car Rent are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CWL to Venice.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Venice. Following your flight from Cardiff Airport to Venice, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near TSF. Settle in and get cosy after your CWL to Venice flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Treviso Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TSF one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Cardiff Airport to Venice. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Venice in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Cardiff Airport to Venice flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to Venice in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Venice
Once you've booked your flight from Cardiff Airport to Venice, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Venice:
Saint Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Square are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Venice travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Doge's Palace.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Around 241 kilometres west of Venice, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. No visit is complete without checking out Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
