Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Dublin

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Dublin? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Dublin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Dublin flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Dublin

London Gatwick to Dublin: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Dublin below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dublin.

London to Dublin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 374
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 23 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week54

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Dublin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Dublin is R 692. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 23 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Dublin.
Ryanair flies direct from London Gatwick to Dublin.
As of April 2025, there are 54 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Dublin.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Dublin is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 23 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dublin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dublin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dublin.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Dublin's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.

  • Choose from 157 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 22:00.

  • To ensure you catch your LGW to DUB flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • British Airways offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dublin — and maybe even more of Ireland if time allows.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is British Airways.

  • Among carriers operating LGW to DUB flights, Ryanair has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and DUB:

    • Edinburgh Airport

    • Glasgow International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport flight is R 374. A return fare right now is R 692. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from LGW to DUB, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from LGW to DUB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)

Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin

  • Dublin Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Dublin. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 2 hours 10 minutes.

When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Dublin. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Dublin Airport for July if you want to visit Dublin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to DUB around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Ireland

  • Dublin is always a good idea, 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 you on the go. 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 essential stop in Ireland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.

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