Fly private between Belfast and Cardiff from US$8,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Belfast (BFS) to Cardiff () and Cardiff to Belfast — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Belfast to Cardiff is roughly 407 kilometres — 253 miles, or 220 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Belfast–Cardiff spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | £8,700 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 57 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 56 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 55 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 54 min | £8,700 – £12,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 53 min | £9,500 – £13,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 52 min | £10,000 – £15,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 12m | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 08m | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Belfast and Cardiff are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Belfast, United Kingdom: Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport.
Cardiff, United Kingdom: MOD St Athan, Cardiff International Airport, Bristol Airport and Royal Marines Base Chivenor.
| Belfast International Airport | MOD St Athan | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGAA / BFS | EGSY |
| Longest hard runway | 9,121 ft | 5,997 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 268 ft | 163 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 6 km |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,497 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,291 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,997 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,191 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,797 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,671 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,097 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,901 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,997 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,391 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,497 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,471 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,797 ft spare |
1,480 km 971 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,497 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,191 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,719 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,141 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,797 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,391 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 421 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,091 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,067 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,417 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,097 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,891 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,305 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,711 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 557 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,891 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 697 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,291 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,207 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,891 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3 ft short |
14,260 km 13,751 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 197 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,603 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3 ft short |
12,960 km 12,451 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,197 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,436 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: George Best Belfast City Airport (6,001 ft, 23 km) · Slemish Airfield · Newtownards Airport (3,346 ft, 35 km) · Causeway Airfield · Cardiff International Airport (7,723 ft, 0 km) · Bristol Airport (6,598 ft, 44 km) · Royal Marines Base Chivenor (6,014 ft, 66 km) · Swansea Airport (4,429 ft, 55 km)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Demand on Belfast–Cardiff comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 57 min in the air over 407 km (253 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Belfast–Cardiff departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Belfast–Cardiff charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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