Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to London City Airport.
Dublin and London are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 33 Dublin Airport to London City Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 07:00 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:25 with British Airways.
To ensure you get on your DUB to LCY flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an 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. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
British Airways offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to London City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DUB to LCY flights. An impressive 85.71% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to London City Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DUB and LCY:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London City Airport (LCY)
At the moment, 68 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to London City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 153 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DUB to LCY, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to London City Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DUB to LCY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dublin Airport to London City Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
77% of flights that leave from Dublin Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DUB? If you've booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to London City Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
If you have a late Dublin Airport to London City Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near LCY:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar to explore London and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from London City Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of London. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to London City Airport is January, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to London City Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUB to LCY sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to tick off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.