Traveling from Belfast to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to DUB.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to DUB departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
BFS is about 12 miles from central Belfast. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Dublin Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Belfast International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BFS land on schedule 82% of the time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Dublin Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and DUB:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
BHD is around 3 miles from central Belfast. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to DUB flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
Consider staying in a hotel near DUB if you have a late flight from Belfast to Dublin Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Belfast to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Central Dublin is around 7 miles from Dublin Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Right now, $45 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $93. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to DUB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Belfast to Dublin Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Dublin Airport (DUB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Dublin Airport (DUB), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Dublin based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Belfast to DUB plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dublin to range from 50ºF to 66ºF.
January has temperatures of between 36ºF and 48ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Dublin Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Dublin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dublin right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Dublin Airport:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Dublin.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ireland you should also see. Around 140 miles southwest of Dublin, a trip to Cork will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Waterford is another favorite destination in Ireland and is around 90 miles southwest of Dublin. No trip is complete without seeing Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum.
