Flying from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
Around 7 hours 32 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport.
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Chicago.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dublin Airport (DUB), with 30 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to DUB is the 15:45 Aer Lingus option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:35 with American Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to DUB. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
August is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Chicago to Dublin Airport departing from ORD. Book your seat with one of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Chicago to DUB leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Bradley International Airport (BDL)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is approximately 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB)? Check out the fares leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Chicago to DUB leaving from MDW include:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to DUB? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near DUB:
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Dublin. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Dublin Airport is R 4,194. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,274. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to get cheap tickets from Chicago to DUB. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Dublin Airport (DUB)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Dublin. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Dublin Airport.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to DUB in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Dublin Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dublin
Start your Dublin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Dublin Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle are essential stops on your Dublin itinerary.
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