Distance from Carlisle to Exeter
Route from Carlisle to Exeter
The route via Warrington, West Bromwich, Gloucester, Bridgwater.
Airports near Carlisle and Exeter
Several airports are located near Carlisle and Exeter. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Carlisle
- Newcastle International Airport 57.3 mi 1 h, 15 m
- Teesside International Airport 83.9 mi 1 h, 42 m
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 99.7 mi 2 h, 9 m
Airports near Exeter
- Exeter Airport 6.3 mi 16 m
- Bristol Airport 68.9 mi 1 h, 29 m
- Cardiff Airport 122.4 mi 2 h, 29 m
Alternative travel by plane from Carlisle to Exeter
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Carlisle to Exeter, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Carlisle → Exeter
- Starting point: Carlisle
- Arrival at the airport: Newcastle International Airport
- Distance: 57.3 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 15 m
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
- Start: Newcastle International Airport
- Goal: Exeter Airport
- As the crow flies: 305.7 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 30 m
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Exeter: 6.3 mi
- Travel time: 16 m
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Carlisle – Exeter
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 348.5 mi | 6 h, 24 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 369 mi | 4 h, 15 m |
When is a flight from Carlisle to Exeter worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.