Travelling from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is ten hours behind Sunshine Coast.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MCY to DUB flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
At the moment, 495 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.360 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MCY to DUB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
When it comes to Sunshine Coast Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sunshine Coast Airport from central Sunshine Coast, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MCY? If you've booked an early flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
Consider staying in a hotel near DUB if you have a late Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Dublin Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and see more of Dublin and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dublin Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Dublin. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dublin in January.
When reserving your flight from Sunshine Coast Airport to Dublin Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCY to DUB in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Cork is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dublin. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Ireland, head for Tallaght, about 10 kilometres south-west of Dublin. Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet are key highlights.
