Flying from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB) begins with finding the best airport to jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
6 hours 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Toronto to Dublin Airport flight.
Dublin is four hours ahead of Toronto. Dublin Airport is located in Dublin, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Dublin Airport (DUB), with 19 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from YYZ to DUB is the 5:20pm Aer Lingus service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 11:55pm with Air Transat.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Toronto to DUB.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB) out of Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
At YYZ, there's a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Aer Lingus from YYZ to DUB.
Aer Lingus is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% land on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to DUB flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Dublin Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At YKF, that rate is 63.64%.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dublin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dublin and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Toronto to Dublin Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
The centre of Dublin is roughly 8 kilometres from Dublin Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Right now, R 2,883 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Dublin Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,176. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Toronto to DUB, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Toronto to Dublin Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Dublin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Toronto to DUB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Dublin Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Dublin
Start your Dublin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Trinity College Library and Guinness Storehouse are a couple of big attractions to add to your Dublin must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dublin. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Blarney Castle, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
If you want to check out another major stop in Ireland, consider Waterford, about 145 kilometres south-west of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are among the biggest draws.
