Why are flights so expensive in Ireland?

The Surge in Flight Prices to Ireland Over the past few years, numerous factors have come together to push up the costs. From surging global fuel prices to increased demand for Irish destinations, both tourists and locals alike are feeling the pinch.



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Early fall (September and October) and spring (March through May, excluding the peak St. Patrick's Day on March 17) are good times to take cheap flights to Ireland. Off Season: Winter prices tend to be the lowest, except for Dublin.

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High season is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is February. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Ireland flight deals.

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??Direct Flights To Dublin from USA
  • Chicago (ORD) - Aer Lingus*, United, Ethiopian, American,
  • Washington (IAD) - Aer Lingus*, United*, Ethiopian.
  • New York (JFK) - Delta*, Aer Lingus*
  • Newark (EWR) - United*, Aer Lingus*
  • Boston (BOS) - Delta*, Aer Lingus*
  • Philadelphia (PHL) - American*, Aer Lingus (Route ends January 2024)


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The average trip to Ireland cost, based on a 5-day trip for two people flying from the USA in June is: Budget: €2,523/$2,679 (or €1,261/$1,340 per person) Mid-range: €4,281/$4,545 (or €2,141/$2,273 per person) Luxury: €6,641/$7,051 (or €3,321/$3,525 per person)

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You'll find the high season for accommodation and attractions is usually from April until September. The most popular time to travel is July and August, when you may find yourself sharing attractions with many other visitors.

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Mid-range Trip to Ireland Cost: $100-$120/day While budget travel in Ireland can be a bit tricky, traveling on a mid-range budget can be very, very simple–and honestly, sometimes more affordable than you might think!

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Yes! Tipping in restaurants in Ireland (and in cafes/pubs where you've had a sit-down meal) is one of the more common situations where a tip is expected. Once the service has been good and once there is no service charge included, of course. How much to tip: In general, a 10% tip is more than acceptable.

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The best time to visit Ireland is during the shoulder season (May, September and October). During these months, you'll find less crowds along with cheaper flight and accommodation prices. These months experience mild temperatures, plenty of dry spells and there's a packed festival calendar.

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CheapAir.com's report found Tuesday and Wednesday to be the cheapest days of the week to fly, offering nearly $100 in savings compared to Sunday, the most expensive day to fly. Fridays and Saturdays are also busy, with Friday travel leaning toward business travelers and Saturday leaning toward leisure travelers.

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