Flying from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Toronto. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB) out of here.
Hop on a direct Toronto to Dublin Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 40 minutes.
Dublin is five hours ahead of Toronto. Dublin Airport is located in Dublin, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Dublin Airport (DUB), with 22 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from YYZ to DUB is the 5:20pm Aer Lingus option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 11:55pm with Air Transat.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Toronto to DUB.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Get there in one go from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Nonstop flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB) are available from here.
At YYZ, there's a range of carriers offering direct flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport, including:
Aer Lingus is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YYZ to DUB.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Aer Lingus.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Toronto Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Toronto to DUB flight? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Dublin Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rating of YHM is 68%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Central Dublin is around 11 kilometres from Dublin Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Dublin Airport is R 3,442. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,236. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Dublin Airport (DUB), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Dublin based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Toronto to DUB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Look 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 2ºC (36ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Dublin
Start your Dublin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Dublin Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral are highlights which should be on any well-planned Dublin itinerary.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Ireland waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres southwest of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Ireland, consider Waterford, about 145 kilometres southwest of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are among the biggest draws.