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Price, demand, and travel trends for London to Dublin flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London to Dublin with more confidence.

What is the cheapest London to Dublin flight route?

London Luton Airport (LTN) to Dublin (DUB) is the cheapest London to Dublin route, averaging $128 return. Other London to Dublin routes average $252, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Dublin?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Dublin and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Dublin?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Dublin at $114 return.
  • December ($210) and July ($201) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London to Dublin the cheapest?

Flights from London to Dublin are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London to Dublin flights

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.

When to book flights from London to Dublin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Dublin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from London to Dublin: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to Dublin 
DeborahFlew with Aer Lingus-Jun 2025
Heathrow seems to have a lot of plane traffic so make sure you have a good cushion of time if you have connecting flights. I had a 2 hour layover but ended up having to run to make sure I got to the other gate in time.
Verified travelerFlew with Aer Lingus-Jun 2025
If you’re doing a transfer speak to someone at the desk don’t use an automated kiosk
KillianFlew with British Airways-May 2025
Dublin airport a shambles when it comes to collecting luggage or getting a cab. Allow plenty of extra time.
ThomasFlew with Aer Lingus-Oct 2024
You will likely have to walk a lot more than you might expect to make a connection.

Your London to Dublin flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Are there onsite hotels at Dublin Airport?

    Both the Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport and the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport are located within the grounds of the airport and are within walking distance of the terminal buildings although both hotels offer a free airport shuttle to pick up and drop off guests.

  • Does Dublin Airport have facilities for babies?

    There are dedicated baby changing and feeding rooms in both T1 and T2 at Dublin Airport. These facilities have changing tables, microwaves and bottle warmers as well as high chairs. There is seating outside so the rest of the family can wait comfortably nearby.

  • Is there a luggage storage facility at Dublin Airport?

    Luggage storage facilities are available from the Excess Baggage area in the arrivals hall at T1. You can leave your luggage there and pay for it after you collect them. The costs range from EUR7 (around GBP6) for 0 – 4 hours and EUR12.50 (around GBP11) for 0 – 24 hours.

  • How do I get to get from the airport into Dublin on public transport?

    There are several bus/coach services from the airport, but the AirLink Express will make fewer stops before the centre and will stop at various important places throughout in the city. Tickets can be bought on the coach, from the Airport desk, or from ticket vending machines in the terminals.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to Dublin flights?

    Among airlines operating London to Dublin flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection
    • Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • British Airways: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from London to Dublin?

    4 airlines operate flights between London and Dublin. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Ryanair
    • British Airways
    • Aer Lingus
    • Ryanair

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London to Dublin?

    Flights from London to Dublin may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Dublin (DUB).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Dublin flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Dublin?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Dublin.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London to Dublin?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average $167 return, compared with $183 via a stopover through Milltown (Kerry) (KIR).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London to Dublin?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $31–$171 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London to Dublin pass through?

    One-stop flights from London to Dublin most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Dublin?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the London to Dublin route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $179 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $222, a difference of $43. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London to Dublin?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Dublin route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from London to Dublin spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on London to Dublin flights, with 33% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 28%, and Night flights for 6%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dublin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dublin are Dublin City Centre and Castleknock Castle. These are among the most viewed places in Dublin on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London to Dublin?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Dublin:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:10 and lands at 07:33
    • Latest: departs at 22:50 and lands at 00:13.

    The flight takes about 1h 23m.

  • How expensive are last-minute London to Dublin flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 43% above the route average of $167. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London to Dublin?

    A direct flight from London to Dublin takes 1h 23m, covering 751 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London to Dublin?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How does Aer Lingus's on-time performance compare to other airlines on London to Dublin flights?

    Aer Lingus is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while British Airways has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Dublin flights are:

    • Aer Lingus: 87% on time
    • British Airways: 85% on time
    • Ryanair: 77% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from London to Dublin?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Dublin?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 57m, compared to 7h 29m via Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and 8h 07m via Oslo Gardermoen (OSL).

  • Which car hire options are available at Dublin Airport (DUB)?

    Dublin Airport (DUB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $7 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Sixt
    · Easirent
    · Europcar
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London to Dublin flight?

    Return flights from London to Dublin range from $106 to $294, with an average of $167 over the past 12 months. Anything below $106 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London to Dublin flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $179 – about $43 less than Friday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Dublin trip for January. Fares historically average $114 return in that month – typically $96 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Aer Lingus is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Aer Lingus flights from London to Dublin arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 81%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour45 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dublin Airport.
    - Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport
    - Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
    - Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport By IHG
  • Can’t decide which departure airport to use for flights from London to Dublin? It will depend where you are staying. Heathrow and Gatwick are much easier to reach from central London, a 15 minute and 30 minute journey, respectively. The Stansted Express takes 47 minutes, while Luton is more complicated because there is no station at the airport and so you have to take a shuttle bus from the station to the airport. London City can be reached using the Docklands Light Railway, but there are fewer flights departing from this airport.
  • For passengers with time to kill at London Heathrow before flights from London to Dublin think about booking into the Aer Lingus Lounge in T2. Aer Lingus passengers can enjoy the lounge and its benefits for free while other passengers can use the lounge with a pre-paid lounge pass costing GBP30. This can be booked online or paid for at the reception desks.
  • If you would like to purchase some good old Irish whiskey as a reminder of your holiday to Dublin pop into The Loop – Dublin Airport’s duty free store which boasts The Irish Whiskey Collection with its 365 whiskeys to keep you going throughout the year. This diverse collection of local and international whiskeys will have something to suit every different palate and there are experts right there to help you make your decision.
  • There is free WiFi at Dublin Airport so you will be able to use your devices while you are waiting to leave the airport or waiting for your flight. You can connect to the Dublin Airport WiFi or eircom network and click the ‘continue to surf’ link, no registration needed.
  • If you are waiting at London Gatwick for your flight to Dublin and you fancy treating yourself to a Jamie Oliver meal you are in luck. There are Jamie Oliver restaurants in both terminals – Jamie Oliver’s Diner is in the South Terminal and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner while in the North Terminal you have Jamie’s Italian and Jamie’s Bakery so there is something to suit all culinary moods.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Dublin?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Dublin Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Dublin

Monday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +2 more

Friday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Dublin to London

Monday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair, +1 more

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +2 more

Friday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus,British Airways,Ryanair

Aer Lingus,British Airways, +1 more

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