Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is seven hours ahead of San Francisco.
Choose from eight weekly San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport flights. The 17:20 departure with Aer Lingus is the earliest flight available. Aer Lingus operates the latest service of the day at 18:20.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to DUB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Aer Lingus is your gateway to exploring Dublin (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Ireland!). Browse the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Aer Lingus.
Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier that operates SFO to DUB flights, with 74.0% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SFO and DUB:
Vancouver International Airport
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London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dublin Airport (DUB)
Currently, 188 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 364 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from SFO to DUB, book your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on time at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you're getting in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near DUB:
Explore without limits with a Dublin Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and venture far and wide through Dublin and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dublin Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport to the centre of Dublin has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
August is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Dublin in January.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Dublin Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dublin, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to DUB in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a visit to Cork will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
Around 10 kilometres south-west of Dublin, Tallaght is another favourite stop in Ireland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.