Flying from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik Airport (KEF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB).
2 hours 40 minutes is the average duration of a direct Reykjavik to Dublin Airport flight.
Dublin's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Reykjavik. Dublin Airport is located in Dublin.
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Dublin Airport (DUB) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services each week. Get from KEF to DUB on Fly Play's 6am departure.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Reykjavik to DUB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Fly without interruptions from Keflavik Airport (KEF). Direct flights from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB) can be booked from here.
Book your direct flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport with Icelandair. This top airline operates services from KEF.
The most frequently booked airline between KEF and DUB is Flugfélag Íslands.
Flugfélag Íslands stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 83.33% of services arriving on schedule.
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Keflavik Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
79% of flights leaving from Keflavik Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
You can get to RKV from central Reykjavik in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Reykjavik Airport the day before your Reykjavik to DUB flight:
The majority of flights that leave Reykjavik Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81%.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Reykjavik to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dublin. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport is $164. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $329. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Reykjavik to DUB by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Reykjavik to Dublin Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB). July is when most people visit Dublin. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
Before locking in your Reykjavik 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 to 19ºC.
January has temperatures of between 2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dublin
After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dublin:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Dublin when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Guinness Storehouse followed by Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland you should also see. About 225 kilometres southwest of Dublin, a trip to Cork will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Waterford is another favourite destination in Ireland and is around 145 kilometres southwest of Dublin. No journey is complete without seeing Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum.