Flying from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB) jetting off from here.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Reykjavik to Dublin Airport flight.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Reykjavik.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Dublin Airport (DUB) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Icelandair at 9:40am. Opt for the first KEF to DUB departure operated by Fly Play at 6am if you'd rather not wait around.
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.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB) operate out of this terminal.
Icelandair is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport departing from KEF.
Icelandair is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from KEF to DUB.
With 73.33% of its services landing as planned, Icelandair is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
KEF is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Keflavik International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% arrive on time at their destination.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Reykjavik to RKV in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kms (1.00 mile) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Reykjavik International Airport the day before your Reykjavik to DUB flight:
Reykjavik International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.1%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
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 Reykjavik to Dublin Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Begin your 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 vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Dublin Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Central Dublin is around 5 miles from Dublin Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 10 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 £57. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £126. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from Reykjavik to DUB by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Reykjavik to Dublin Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport (DUB). August is the busiest month to travel to Dublin. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
When booking 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 (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dublin
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Dublin Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dublin:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Dublin when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Trinity College Library followed by Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ireland waiting to be explored. About 225 kms (140 miles) south-west of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Blarney Castle, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Around 145 kms (90 miles) south-west of Dublin, Waterford is another favourite stop in Ireland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum.