Flying from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Los Angeles to Dublin Airport flight.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Dublin Airport (DUB) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services each week. You can travel from LAX to DUB on Aer Lingus's 8:15pm departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to DUB.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Get there in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB) can be booked from here.
When taking off from LAX, you can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport with Aer Lingus.
Aer Lingus is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from LAX to DUB.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Aer Lingus. Its services arrive as planned 76.09% of the time.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to DUB departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
LAX is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX reach their destination without delay.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can reach VNY from central Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Los Angeles to DUB flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dublin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire to explore Dublin and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Dublin Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Central Dublin is around 8 kilometres from Dublin Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB)
R 3,642 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport. A return flight starts at R 7,200. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to DUB.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport (DUB), while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Dublin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Los Angeles to DUB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Dublin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dublin right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Dublin Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Trinity College Library, Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dublin itinerary.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dublin. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Blarney Castle, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Ireland, head for Waterford, about 145 kilometres south-west of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
