Nant Crew on the other side of the Cantref Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil, Powys, Wales, UK

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Cheap round-trip flights to Merthyr Tydfil

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £17 for one-way flights and £34 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ryanair
Tue, 7 Jul - Thu, 9 Jul
DUB
Dublin
CWL
Cardiff
£34 Return, found 12 hours ago
£34
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Tue, 7 Jul from Dublin to Cardiff, returning Thu, 9 Jul, priced at £34 found 12 hours ago
Vueling Airlines
Sat, 27 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
ALC
Alicante
CWL
Cardiff
£59 Return, found 2 days ago
£59
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Vueling Airlines flight, departing Sat, 27 Feb from Alicante to Cardiff, returning Sat, 6 Mar, priced at £59 found 2 days ago
Aer Lingus
Tue, 1 Sept - Thu, 3 Sept
BHD
Belfast
CWL
Cardiff
£97 Return, found 1 hour ago
£97
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, 1 Sept from Belfast to Cardiff, returning Thu, 3 Sept, priced at £97 found 1 hour ago
Air France
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
CDG
Paris
CWL
Cardiff
£135 Return, found 11 hours ago
£135
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, 12 Aug from Paris to Cardiff, returning Sun, 16 Aug, priced at £135 found 11 hours ago
KLM
Thu, 20 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
AMS
Amsterdam
CWL
Cardiff
£153 Return, found 3 days ago
£153
Return
found 3 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, 20 Aug from Amsterdam to Cardiff, returning Tue, 25 Aug, priced at £153 found 3 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Merthyr Tydfil's airport?
Bristol Intl. Airport (BRS) is the most frequently utilized airport in Merthyr Tydfil.
What airport is best to fly into Merthyr Tydfil?
Jump off the plane at Bristol Intl. Airport (BRS) and you'll be sitting 64 kms (40 miles) from the centre of town. Cardiff Airport also welcomes many travellers to Merthyr Tydfil. You'll find it 40 kms (25 miles) from the city centre.
How many airlines fly to Merthyr Tydfil?
There are a total of 17 airlines connecting Merthyr Tydfil to 74 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Merthyr Tydfil?
KLM and EasyJet are some of the most sought-after airlines that offer flights to Merthyr Tydfil. Travellers often pick Amsterdam as a departure point with KLM flying this route the most.
How many nonstop flights are there to Merthyr Tydfil?
Arranging an awesome Merthyr Tydfil getaway is a walk in the park when there are 544 nonstop flights each week to get you there.
Where are the most popular flights to Merthyr Tydfil departing from?
A large number of flights to Merthyr Tydfil take off from Amsterdam, Edinburgh and Dublin airports.
How long is the flight to Merthyr Tydfil Airport?
If it's Amsterdam you're leaving behind, you'll be airborne for around 1 hour and 15 minutes before you arrive in Merthyr Tydfil. Tarmac to tarmac from Edinburgh generally takes 1 hour and 21 minutes and from Dublin, the average flight time is 1 hour and 8 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Merthyr Tydfil?
Don't leave locking in your flight to Merthyr Tydfil until the last moment. That's one trick well-versed jet-setters use to get the best prices. Booking well in advance means more options and more affordable flights. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has several airports, you may be able to nab a fantastic deal by flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, be ready to lock in your seat quickly if you stumble on a real bargain. It might not be available for too long. With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the perfect airfare will be yours.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Merthyr Tydfil?
We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey as pain-free as possible. Follow our insider tips and you'll be hightailing it through the airport and seeing the best of Merthyr Tydfil in no time at all. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • A plane trip can be a great experience if you carry the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a fresh set of clothes and something to read. Next, leave space in your bag for your phone, tablet and chargers, any daily medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to take your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like your beloved Swiss Army knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and gasoline, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your main priority when deciding what to wear during your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a smart option, as are roomy, closed-toe shoes.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Try to wander around the cabin or do some simple exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Merthyr Tydfil?
Being organised before you get to the airport will make your getaway to Merthyr Tydfil easy and painless. We've compiled some handy tips and tricks for a swift journey through security:

  • Your travel documents and ID will need to be inspected by airport security personnel. Keep them within easy reach to avoid fumbling around for them.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, tablet and any other electronic gadgets will also need to go through the scanner.
  • Travelling with your favourite cologne? As long as the volume is no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a clear zip-close bag, you're permitted to bring it with you in your carry-on.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you a few precious minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Lightweight sneakers usually aren't.
  • Sharp items like knives are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked suitcase.

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Flights to Merthyr Tydfil

Once the largest city in Wales and a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution, today Merthyr Tydfil has lost some of its importance to nearby Cardiff, so it is in the capital that your flight will land in.

Perfectly poised half-way between Cardiff and the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park, Merthyr Tydfil is easy enough to get to after your flight and offers an ideal base to explore all that South Wales has to offer.

Flights to Cardiff for Merthyr Tydfil

Cardiff International Airport is situated just 12 miles from central Cardiff, in the Vale of Glamorgan at Rhoose. This major international airport offers a wide variety of inbound and outbound flights. It records more than a million passengers passing through its terminals every year.

There are more than 14 airlines offering flights to destinations around the world from Cardiff Airport, and additional ones are available during the peak summer season, so you should have plenty of carriers, departure cities and flight times available to you.

Direct flights are available both within Europe and internationally. The most popular flights within the UK are those from Edinburgh, Glasgow International, Belfast, Aberdeen and Newcastle. UK flights to Cardiff Airport generally take an hour.

On arrival after your flight to Cardiff you will find that the airport offers you everything you will need, whether it is a hotel next to the airport, ATMs, places to freshen up, meals, snacks, shops and a good choice of car hire desks.

If you are going to need a car for your holiday in South Wales your car rental can be arranged along with your flights through Expedia, allowing you to save all that form-filling after your flight and be on the road in no time.

After Your Flight: Reaching Merthyr Tydfil

The drive to Merthyr Tydfil from Cardiff Airport will be over before you even realise it has begun: it takes under an hour to cruise the 30 miles through South Wales. From the airport you should head out on the A470 for a direct route to the edge of the Brecon Beacon National Park.

Taxis are available just outside the terminal should you need them and the T9 bus from the airport will drop you at Cardiff Central train station from where regular trains are available for Merthyr Tydfil. The whole transfer should take little more than 2 hours.

Enjoy Merthyr Tydfil

Of course, the fun really starts when you get there, so start planning your walks, water sports on the reservoirs, bike rides, forays into nature and steam train journeys on the flight so you don’t miss out on anything on the holiday!

Travel information

Destination airport
Cardiff Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CWL
Destination city name
Cardiff
Return price
£34

Trending flights to Merthyr Tydfil

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £17 for one-way flights and £34 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Aer Lingus
Tue, 1 Sept - Thu, 3 Sept
BHD
Belfast
CWL
Cardiff
£97 Return, found 1 hour ago
£97
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Tue, 1 Sept from Belfast to Cardiff, returning Thu, 3 Sept, priced at £97 found 1 hour ago

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