Travelling from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB) begins with finding the best airport to take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Book a direct Vancouver to Dublin Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Vancouver.
Choose from 2 direct services each week between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Dublin Airport (DUB). This is the busiest route, with Air Canada offering a 3:05pm departure from YVR to DUB.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to DUB, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB) take off from this terminal.
Air Canada is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver to Dublin Airport jetting out of YVR.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Air Canada from YVR to DUB.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Dublin Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to DUB flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Vancouver to Dublin Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Dublin Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DUB:
Pick up a Dublin Airport rental car and explore Dublin and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Dublin. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Right now, $207 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Dublin Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $710. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to DUB. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Dublin. August is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Dublin Airport (DUB), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Vancouver to DUB flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Dublin Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dublin
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Dublin Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dublin:
Trinity College Library and Guinness Storehouse are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Dublin travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be explored once you've seen Dublin. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Blarney Castle, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
Waterford is another well-known destination in Ireland and is around 145 kilometres south-west of Dublin. No journey is complete without a visit to Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum.