San Diego to Dublin (SAN–DUB) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SEA Seattle 11h 53m AFASAY EI Seattle (SEA) to Dublin flights
MSP Minneapolis 12h 3m AFDLKE DLEI Minneapolis (MSP) to Dublin flights
DEN Denver 12h 15m ACASCM EI Denver (DEN) to Dublin flights
LAX Los Angeles 12h 26m AFAMAV EI Los Angeles (LAX) to Dublin flights
YYZ Toronto 12h 35m AC ACEITS Toronto (YYZ) to Dublin flights
ORD Chicago 12h 38m AAACAS AAACAF Chicago (ORD) to Dublin flights
LHR London 12h 55m AYBAEI BAEIJL London (LHR) to Dublin flights
JFK New York 13h 3m AFASB6 B6DLEI New York (JFK) to Dublin flights
PHL Philadelphia 13h 10m AABAIB AAAYBA Philadelphia (PHL) to Dublin flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 13h 13m AAASAY AAAYBA Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Dublin flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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San Diego to Dublin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+8h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between SAN and DUB, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for SAN to DUB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,141
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SAN → DUB
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Return
DUB → SAN
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SAN delays →

Other ways to reach Dublin from San Diego

Nearby airports with service to Dublin Airport.
Metric SAN→DUB LAX→DUB
Distance from SAN 109 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights 7
Departure OTP 66%
Airports within 200 miles of SAN with service to Dublin Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+8h
Dublin is 8 hours ahead of San Diego.
SAN: PDT · DUB: IST

When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in Dublin.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Ireland is an EU member but not in the Schengen area, so time spent in Ireland does not count against any Schengen 90-day limit. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay (Ireland has no minimum validity requirement beyond the trip dates). At Dublin Airport (DUB), Shannon (SNN), or Cork (ORK), immigration stamps your passport and may ask about your accommodation and return plans.

Ireland is part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) with the United Kingdom, Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man. There are no routine immigration checks on travel between Ireland and the UK, but you still need valid identification. Northern Ireland (part of the UK) is freely accessible from the Republic with no border controls. The Wild Atlantic Way (2,500km coastal driving route) and the Ring of Kerry are among Europe's best road trips.

Direct flights from New York JFK to Dublin run about 6 hours 30 minutes on Aer Lingus, Delta, and United. Boston (BOS) to Dublin runs about 5 hours 30 minutes. Direct service also operates from Chicago, Newark, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington Dulles. Ireland uses the euro, trading at roughly $1.08 per EUR 1. The Leap Card works on Dublin Bus, Luas tram, and DART commuter rail at EUR 1.70 to EUR 3.30 per trip. The Airlink Express bus 747 runs from Dublin Airport to the city center in 30 minutes for EUR 8 ($8.65). Pub culture is part of daily life: a pint costs EUR 5.50 to EUR 7.50 ($5.95 to $8.10) depending on location.

Getting from DUB

Airlink 747 coaches depart from outside both terminals every 10–15 minutes to the city centre (€7 one-way). Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 are cheaper (€3.10 with Leap card) but slower, taking 45–70 minutes. Taxis are metered; expect €25–40 to the city centre depending on traffic and time of day.

Rental car desks are located in both terminal buildings with a large multi-storey car park adjacent. For north-side city destinations, the airport is relatively quick via the Port Tunnel; south-side journeys add considerable time during peak hours.

Dublin Climate

Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet weather year-round. Summers (June–August) are cool and frequently overcast, with highs of 17–21°C. Winters are mild (3–9°C) with frequent rain but rarely frost or snow. Fog can affect operations in autumn and winter, particularly early mornings.

Wind is the primary disruption risk. Atlantic storms from October through March can cause ground stops and diverts. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season; dry, sunny days occur but rarely in long stretches.

SAN–DUB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Diego to Dublin route.
Route details
Time difference+8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: SAN
IATA / ICAOSAN / KSAN
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr25.6M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
Destination: DUB
IATA / ICAODUB / EIDW
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Passengers/yr34.6M
Elevation242 ft / 74 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SAN to DUB flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Seattle–Tacoma, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Denver.
Dublin is 8 hours ahead of San Diego.
Yes, return flights from DUB to SAN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LAX. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Seattle–Tacoma, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX).