Dublin to London (DUB–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DUB–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aer Lingus and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 279 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EI Aer Lingus Also: AC, QR | 127 | 320, 32N, 32Q | 0h57-1h40 | – | – | AC, QR |
| BA British Airways Also: JL, KQ, LA, QR | 57 | 319, 320, 32A, 32N, 32Q | 1h15-1h40 | – | Oneworld | JL, KQ, LA, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Dublin
| Metric | DUB→LHR | IOM→LHR | BHD→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DUB | – | 81 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 240 | 14 | 93 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 35m | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
DUB: IST · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dublin, it's 6:00 PM in London.
Irish citizens have an unrestricted right to enter, live, and work in the United Kingdom under the Common Travel Area (CTA) agreement, which predates and is independent of both EU membership and Brexit. No visa, no fee, no time limit. You can enter with an Irish passport or even without one, though carrying photo ID speeds things up. There is no immigration control on direct flights between Ireland and the UK for Irish and British citizens.
The CTA grants Irish citizens the right to work, study, access healthcare (NHS), vote, and claim benefits in the UK on the same terms as British citizens. No registration or permit is needed. You are not classified as a foreign national. To access services, get a National Insurance number at the local Jobcentre Plus. Opening a bank account requires proof of UK address and photo ID.
Direct flights from Dublin to London run about 1 hour 15 minutes, with over 20 daily departures across Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and City airports. Dublin to Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and Glasgow also have frequent daily service. The UK uses the British pound (GBP), trading at roughly 0.86 GBP per EUR 1. No vaccination requirements. Driving is on the left, same as Ireland.
Dublin Bus route 747 (Airlink) runs from the city centre (O'Connell Street) to the airport in 30–50 minutes, costing €7 one-way or €12 return. DART rail does not serve the airport directly; the nearest station requires a bus connection. Ride-shares from the city centre typically cost €20–35 depending on traffic.
The M50 and M1 motorways feed into the airport; short-term parking in Terminal 1 or 2 costs from €4/30 min, while long-stay lots (P3/P4) are significantly cheaper for multi-day trips. Allow extra time during morning and evening rush hours on the M50.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
DUB–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dublin to London Heathrow Flights
DUB-LHR is one of Europe's highest-frequency short-haul routes, with Aer Lingus and British Airways combining for 13 to 19 daily nonstops. The 450 km Irish Sea crossing takes about 1 hour 15 minutes of flight time. The route operates like an air shuttle, serving enormous demand from business travel, government traffic, and the large Irish diaspora in London. The Common Travel Area means Irish and UK citizens pass through minimal border formalities.
Dublin Airport is Aer Lingus's home base with transatlantic connections to 13 North American cities. Heathrow is the UK's primary long-haul hub, with onward service to every continent. Passengers connecting DUB-LHR to long-haul flights should note terminal assignments: Aer Lingus at T2, British Airways at T5. The Heathrow Express reaches Paddington in 15 minutes, and the Elizabeth Line provides affordable service across London. This route also competes with Irish Ferries and Stena Line sailings for passengers willing to trade speed for lower cost.