Qibla direction in Cardiff
Short answerThe qibla in Cardiff is 116° from true north, towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 4,980 km from Cardiff. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 116° clockwise from north.
Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
Exact qibla from your location
Face true north, then turn 116.0° clockwise to face the qibla.
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How to check the qibla
- Set your phone compass to true north (not magnetic) if possible.
- Stay away from metal, magnets and electronics.
- Turn until the compass reads 116°; that is the direction from Cardiff to the Kaaba.
Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Cardiff?
The qibla direction in Cardiff is 116° measured clockwise from true north, towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 4,980 km away.
Which direction is Qibla from Cardiff?
From Cardiff, face the south-east (116° from true north) to face the Kaaba. Point a compass (set to true north, not magnetic) to that bearing, or open the live compass on this page and turn until it locks on.
Is there an online qibla compass for Cardiff?
Yes — the live compass on this page shows the qibla direction from Cardiff in real time. Allow compass access, hold the phone flat, and turn until the needle locks at 116°.