Zurich to Dublin (ZRH–DUB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZRH–DUB is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Swiss, Aer Lingus and ITA Airways lead the route. The flight covers 769 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 87 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss | 14 | 295, 32Q | 1h20-2h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EI Aer Lingus | 11 | 320 | 2h20-2h25 | – | – | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 5 | 290 | 2h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| B6 JetBlue | 4 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dublin from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→DUB | BSL→DUB | FMM→DUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 49 mi | 87 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 6 | 5 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 2h 20m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CET · DUB: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 5:00 PM in Dublin.
Swiss citizens enter Ireland visa-free for stays up to 90 days. Ireland is an EU member but not part of Schengen, so a passport or national ID card is checked at the border. No advance application is needed. Longer stays for work or residence require registration with Irish immigration.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
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.
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.
ZRH–DUB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to DUB
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Dublin Airport (DUB) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways, JetBlue, Aer Lingus and Swiss. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ZRH to DUB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to DUB ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 769 miles (1,238 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
87 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BOD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bâle / Mulhouse (BSL), Memmingen (FMM) and Stuttgart (STR).