Cheap Flights from London to Dublin

The city of Dublin is served by Dublin Airport which handles around 28 million travelers each year. Travelers looking to fly from London to Dublin are able to travel with a number of carriers out of London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London City, London Luton, London Southend and London Stansted. The carriers currently offering flights from London to Dublin are Aer Lingus, British Airways, CityJet, Flybe and Ryanair. Find out the low-down on Europe's budget airlines including Ryanair.

* This information is correct as of July 2018

Airport Information - Arriving

Dublin Airport offers all of the facilities and amenities you would need. As well as its many different dining and drinking establishments serving up everything from fast food and coffee to restaurant fare, you can also find a variety of shops to buy some of your basics. The airport itself is comprised of two passenger terminals, the newest of which is Terminal 2 which was opened in 2010. Once you have landed at Dublin Airport it is possible to use public transportation to reach the city, although taxis are also readily available outside both terminals. If you're planning to explore further afield, you could also consider renting a car in Dublin.

Airport Information - Departing

London Heathrow Airport is the main airport serving London as well as the busiest airport in Europe. A huge range of shops, restaurants and bars can be found at the airport so you won’t be lacking in things to do. You can speedily reach the airport from central London in just 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express or you can opt for other modes of public transport including bus, rail and on the London Underground.

London Gatwick Airport is London’s secondary airport situated around 50 km from the city center. The fastest way to reach the airport from London is on the Gatwick Express train which takes just 30 minutes from London Victoria station. You’ll find an excellent range of amenities and facilities at the airport including duty-free shopping, restaurants and cafés and plenty of airport lounges alongside free Wi-Fi.

London Luton Airport is made up of a single passenger terminal and is located around 45 km from the center of London. The most convenient way to reach the airport is by train which will take you to Luton Parkway Station, where you will then need to hop on a shuttle bus to reach the airport. You’ll find a decent range of amenities and facilities at the airport including a selection of cafés and eateries as well as duty-free and travel shops.

London Stansted Airport is the third busiest airport in London situated around 70 km from the center of the city. The quickest way to reach the airport is by train on the Stansted Express service which will take you just 45 minutes from central London. The airport offers travelers a good range of facilities and services with its many shops, restaurants and cafés, so you’re sure to find everything you would need.

London City Airport is only 7 km from central London and is set within a single passenger terminal. The airport has its own London Underground station which makes it easy to access, although there are other alternatives including buses. Despite the airport being relatively small, there are still plenty of restaurants, bars and cafés to enjoy to help you pass the time.

London Southend Airport is made up of a single passenger terminal and is located around 60 km from central London. You’ll find plenty of things to do the airport including several restaurants and cafés as well as duty-free and retail shopping. There are direct trains available from central London to the airport as well as bus and coach connections.

What to Expect in Dublin

There are plenty of hotel options in Dublin so you're sure to find something that fits your budget. UAE nationals traveling to Ireland can go online and apply for the Visa Waiver Programme. In general the weather in Dublin is cooler during the summer compared to London, although you can still expect pleasant temperatures with average highs of close to 20 degrees from June to August. In Ireland the currency you will need is the euro, while there is no time zone difference between London and Dublin. To help you plan your stay in the Irish capital, check out our guide to the top 10 attractions and things to do in Dublin.

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