How to get through Dublin Airport faster?

The Fast Track Security lane service allows you to save time through security and make the best use of your airport travel time. You will have access to a dedicated Fast Track channel with flight status updates via text message also.



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If you are travelling from Dublin to the US on your connecting flight you can use the US Preclearance facility in Dublin and will not have to go through US customs when you land. If you fly from Dublin to another airport outside of the US then you will not use US Preclearance.

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You don't need to come too early - if you're flying within Europe, please arrive at your terminal 2 hours before the scheduled departure time and 3 hours if you're flying outside Europe. If you're checking in bags, please allow more time.

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We advise passengers to arrive at their terminal 2 hours before departure time for short-haul flights, and 3 hours before long-haul flights. If you are checking bags or travelling in a group you should allow more time.

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Dublin Airport's Fast Track lane helps you get through Security quicker, by avoiding any longer queue times through main Security. If you're tight on time or just prefer more time to relax on airside, Fast-Track is a good option. How much does Dublin Airport's Fast-Track cost?

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What do you mean by peak times? At the moment, peak times at Security can occur in Terminal 1 05.00 to 08.00 for morning flights, and in Terminal 2 at 05.00 to 12.00 for morning and early afternoon flights. Terminal 1 has a second peak time at Security between 15:00 to 19:00 for evening flights.

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For domestic flights in the United States, most airlines recommend that passengers arrive at the airport at least 1-2 hours before the scheduled departure time for check-in and security screening.

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Terminal 1 is the arrival and departure point for airlines including Ryanair, Air France, Flybe.com, Germanwings, Iberia, Lufthansa, Norwegian and SAS.

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Allow enough time: Customs can be time-consuming, especially during peak travel periods. Make sure you allow enough time to clear customs and get to your connecting flight. As a general rule, it's best to allow at least two hours for international layovers.

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8 Ways to Breeze Through Customs Quickly
  1. Fill out customs and immigration forms in advance. ...
  2. Get in line faster. ...
  3. Ditch the food. ...
  4. Know the questions they'll ask. ...
  5. Retain your receipts. ...
  6. Put your phone away. ...
  7. Become a trusted traveler. ...
  8. Keep your cool.


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I often travel out of Dublin airport at that time of the morning and it is hectic! (A lot of cheap airline tickets on offer are on flights leaving at this time of the morning). 5am to 9am is DA's rush hour, so you do need to leave plenty of time for check in and security queues.

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As you can see, while 2 to 3 hours before your flight might be a good general guideline, there isn't a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to deciding how much time to allow at the airport.

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For many airports, the most busy time of operation is during the workday (between 8 am and 5 pm). Crowds often begin tapering off around 6 pm with some of the least busy times being in the late evening. If it's at all possible to leave in the evening, we recommend taking a flight at around 9:30 pm or later.

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Early Morning Flight? Sleep in Longer with these Tips
  1. Pack Strategically According to your Travel Day Itinerary. ...
  2. Prioritize Shower + Personal Care the Night Before. ...
  3. Pre-Set Your Travel Day Outfit. ...
  4. Go to Sleep Early. ...
  5. Check In the Day Before. ...
  6. Get TSA Pre-check Access. ...
  7. Weigh Your Bags at Home. ...
  8. Schedule Your Ride Ahead of Time.


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