adults (12+)
children (2-11)
infants
adults (12+)
children (2-11)
infants
adults (12+)
children (2-11)
infants
adults (12+)
children (2-11)
infants
Trains are 30% more expensive in Newcastle than in Cardiff.
The average meal is 20% more expensive in Newcastle than in Cardiff.
A taxi fare in Newcastle is 30% cheaper than in Cardiff.
A coffee in Newcastle costs roughly the same as in Cardiff.
It takes just 90 minutes to fly from the Welsh capital to Newcastle in the north of England on direct flights.
Transfer flights are not usually necessary when travelling from Cardiff to Newcastle, as Flybe offers frequent direct departures. Some cheap deals can be found, however, when stopping in Amsterdam on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Newcastle has a very similar annual temperature range to Cardiff, with mild winters and warm summers. Pack seasonally appropriate clothing and gear, such as a good winter coat, or sun cream and sunglasses in the summer. Bring comfortable walking shoes if you fancy exploring the nearby Northumbrian countryside on your trip, a favourite for outdoor enthusiasts in England.
Flybe offers direct flights between Cardiff and Newcastle every weekday. This budget carrier is superb for getting cheap flights domestically in the UK. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines also provides services with a stopover in Amsterdam.
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Cardiff Airport (CWL) is Wales' main air hub, offering frequent flights to destinations in England and further afield. It's close to the centre of the city and is easily reached either by train or taxi.
Cardiff Airport is about 15 miles from the city centre.
How to get to the airport:
Services: open 24/7, free Wi-Fi access for two hours, a good selection of places to eat and shop, baby changing facilities, smoking areas outside the airport and near the departure lounges inside.
Newcastle International Airport (NCL) is one of the North's main air hubs, and offers a choice of transfer options. It's also close to the centre of the city, and can be quickly reached by road or coach.
Newcastle Airport is a mere six miles from central Newcastle.
How to get to Newcastle:
Services: open 24/7, unlimited free Wi-Fi, many shops and restaurants, baby changing facilities, and outside smoking areas.