Travelling from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB). Check out your options for departing Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Take a direct Milan to Dublin Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Milan.
With 11 direct flights a week between the two airports, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Dublin Airport (DUB) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 8:25am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from MXP to DUB is with Aer Lingus at 10:15pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Milan to DUB, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB) departing from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Book your direct flight from Milan to Dublin Airport with Ryanair. This popular carrier operates services from MXP.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MXP and DUB is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
MXP is around 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
You can book a direct Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB) plane ticket with departures from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY). Figure out if flying from BGY works better for your plans.
From BGY, direct flights from Milan to DUB are available with Ryanair.
Ryanair has the largest share of bookings on the BGY to DUB route.
Flights between Milan Bergamo Airport and Dublin Airport are more likely to be on time with Ryanair compared to other carriers.
With public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your Milan to DUB flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
One flight, no fuss. You can book a direct flight from Milan to Dublin Airport departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN).
Aer Lingus is one well-known airline that offers direct Milan to DUB plane tickets from LIN.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Aer Lingus from LIN to DUB.
With an impressive 89.83% of services arriving on schedule, Aer Lingus ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
LIN is around 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 20 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Milan to Dublin Airport flight:
With 84% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LIN is a reliable starting point for any adventure.
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milan to Dublin Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUB instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Milan to Dublin Airport flight.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Central Dublin is around 11 kilometres from Dublin Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Dublin Airport is $30. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $73. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from Milan to DUB by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Milan to Dublin Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Dublin. July is when most people book flights from Milan to Dublin Airport (DUB), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Milan to DUB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Milan to Dublin Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 9ºC.
More about Dublin
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Dublin Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dublin:
Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College Library are just two of the top attractions to put on your Dublin itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres southwest of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Ireland, consider Waterford, roughly 145 kilometres southwest of Dublin. Bishop's Palace, Christ Church Cathedral and Waterford Treasures Medieval Museum are key reasons to visit.