Dublin to Lisbon (DUB–LIS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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–LIS is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair, TAP Air Portugal and Aer Lingus lead the route. The flight covers 1,021 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 15 | 73H | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| TP TAP Air Portugal Also: FI, S4 | 14 | E90, E95 | 2h50-2h55 | – | Star Alliance | FI, S4 |
| EI Aer Lingus | 9 | 320, 32N | 2h55-3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Lisbon from Dublin
| Metric | DUB→LIS | LPL→LIS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DUB | – | 141 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
DUB: IST · LIS: WEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dublin, it's 6:00 PM in Lisbon.
Irish passport holders enter Portugal visa-free for unlimited stays as EU citizens. No fee, no advance application. A valid Irish passport is required. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so there is passport control on arrival from Dublin, but EU citizens are processed quickly.
For stays beyond 3 months, register at the local Camara Municipal (town hall) and apply for a Certificado de Registo de Cidadao da UE at SEF (Servico de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras) or its successor agency AIMA. The fee is EUR 15. Bring proof of employment, self-employment, studies, or sufficient resources plus health insurance. A Portuguese NIF (Numero de Identificacao Fiscal) from a Financas office is needed for banking, renting, phone contracts, and almost everything else. Getting a NIF takes about 30 minutes in person.
Direct flights from Dublin to Lisbon run about 2 hours 40 minutes on Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and TAP Air Portugal. Porto and Faro also have direct year-round service, with Faro particularly busy in summer. Portugal uses the euro, so no currency exchange needed. No vaccination requirements. Portugal has a large Irish expat community, especially in Lisbon and the Algarve. Irish driving licenses are valid for short stays; residents must exchange within 6 months of establishing residence.
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.
Metro Red Line directly from the airport station to central Lisbon in 20–25 minutes (€1.85 single). Most central destinations (Rossio, Baixa-Chiado, Oriente) are reachable within 30 minutes total. Operating hours 6:30am to 1am.Taxis cost €10–15 to the city centre. Uber and Bolt are cheaper still at €8–12. AeroBus to Marquês de Pombal costs €4. The airport is just 7km from the city centre; ground transport is fast by European standards.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–35°C) with almost no rain. July and August rarely see any precipitation and offer the most reliable flying weather in Europe. Winters are mild and rainy (8–15°C), with the wettest months December through February.
Flight disruptions are uncommon. Atlantic coastal fog can affect early morning visibility in autumn (October–November). Wind off the Atlantic is persistent year-round and can affect smaller aircraft but rarely disrupts scheduled service.
DUB–LIS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DUB to LIS
Dublin Airport (DUB) and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair, TAP Air Portugal and Aer Lingus. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DUB to LIS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DUB to LIS is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,021 miles (1,643 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 113 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bristol, Francisco de Sá Carneiro and Manchester. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL).