Flying from Colombo to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
Dublin is five hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Dublin Airport is located in Dublin, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Colombo to DUB.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Colombo to DUB with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and DUB include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Colombo to Dublin Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Dublin Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near DUB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dublin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire to explore Dublin and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Colombo to Dublin Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Dublin. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dublin Airport is $573. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,268. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to DUB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to visit Dublin. July is when most people book flights from Colombo to Dublin Airport (DUB), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Colombo to DUB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 20ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Dublin Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Dublin
Start your Dublin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Dublin Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College Library are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Dublin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Ireland you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres southwest of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
If you want to check out another major destination in Ireland, head for Waterford, roughly 145 kilometres southwest of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are among its highlights.