Cheap flights to Dublin
The Irish capital has long been a favorite for those with roots in the country, but these days it's a must-visit destination for most European travelers. Historic and compact, the city is also a major party destination that rivals London, and all of this makes flights to Dublin popular all year round. Using Webjet you’ll be able to quickly find the cheapest flights on any airline as well as the best days to fly for the absolute lowest price airfare possible. Located only 10 km north of the city center, Dublin Airport is modern and expanding rapidly. It's easy to get into the city center on public or shuttle buses, and those renting a car to see the countryside can easily get on the highway without having to fuss with urban traffic.
Airfare to Dublin
Aer Lingus is the national carrier of Ireland and they fly to a long list of international destinations from Dublin. Nearly every major North American and European airline also flies into the city, and all of this competition helps keep the flights to Dublin cheap. Frequent promotions by Aer Lingus can make airfare lower than to any other European city, so it's worth watching for those sales. RyanAir is also based out of Dublin and this keeps flights from within Europe very cheap all year as well.
Flight information for Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport is transforming its Terminal 1 as they prepare to open the new Terminal 2 in late 2010. Passengers to the US can take advantage of a special pre-clearance when leaving Dublin, which allows flights to land at domestic terminals for faster transfers and airport exits. Flights between Dublin and London account for a large portion of total journeys, and many low-cost carriers are here competing with RyanAir on routes throughout Europe.
Airlines that fly into Dublin Airport
Aer Lingus serves by far the most different countries from Dublin, and RyanAir is the busiest to the UK and elsewhere in Europe. From North America you can reach Dublin directly on Air Canada, American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Airlines, and US Airways. From elsewhere in Europe some of the major airlines include Air France, Iberia Airlines, and Lufthansa Airlines.
Dublin Airport ground transportation
The airport isn't far from Dublin's center and the city is compact so the array of public buses that go from the airport to the city are a good option for many people. Dedicated shuttle buses also go regularly between the airport and the main hotel districts. Taxis are available, though not cheap, and rental cars are very popular and the best way to see the sights outside of the city.
Car rental companies at Dublin Airport
- Alamo
- Avis
- Dollar
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- National
- Payless
- Thrifty