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Dublin Airport: Ireland’s Premier Airport
Dublin Express would like to welcome you to Dublin Airport, Ireland’s largest and busiest airport, conveniently located just 10 kilometres north of Dublin City centre. As a crucial hub for both international and domestic flights, Dublin Airport offers modern facilities, amenities, and two main terminals for your travel needs.
Terminals at Dublin Airport
Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2) are situated close together, making it easy for passengers to walk between them.
Terminal 1
Terminal 1 acts as Dublin Airports short haul flight hub. With a number of airlines operating out of here to connect Ireland to the UK and Europe.
- Primarily serves short-haul flights, with Ryanair being the busiest airline.
- Ryanair connects passengers to dozens of destinations across Europe.
- Other airlines also offer extensive short-haul services into T1.
- Exception: Air Canada operates seasonal flights to Toronto.
Terminal 2
Terminal 2 sees the arrival and departure of Dublin Airports transatlantic traffic with flights to the U.S, Canada and beyond coming through here.
- A state-of-the-art facility with 58 check-in desks, 26 boarding gates, and 19 air bridges.
- Home to Aer Lingus, Ireland’s national carrier, which offers both short-haul and long-haul flights, focusing on Europe and North America.
Terminal 2 also hosts several other long-haul carriers, including:
- Continental Airlines
- US Airways
- Delta (all serving North America)
- Etihad (serving the UAE)
Travel Tips
Dublin Airport advises passengers to arrive at their terminal 2 hours before departure for short-haul flights and 3 hours before departure for long-haul flights. This ensures you have plenty of time for check-in, security, and any other pre-flight preparations.
Plan your journey through Dublin Airport and enjoy a seamless travel experience with modern amenities, convenient connections and plenty of shops.
Visit the Dublin Airport website for full details.
Getting Dublin Express from Dublin Airport
Dublin Express offers convenient and seamless connections to the city with coaches that feature plenty of storage room for luggage, onboard Wi-Fi, and USB charging ports. Our direct coaches provide efficient and reliable transportation, departing every 7 ½ minutes at peak times, ensuring you reach your destination quickly and without hassle.
With stops directly outside of the arrivals hall at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 as well as across Dublin City and suburban locations it’s never been easier to get your connection into the heart of Dublin and back again with open return tickets available. Choose Dublin Express for the fastest coach to and from Dublin Airport.
Our Stops at Dublin Airport
Cheap coach tickets to Dublin Airport
Looking to transfer from Belfast or Dublin City to Dublin Airport? There's no better way to get there than onboard a Dublin Express coach. Enjoy frequent services to and from Dublin Airport, with affordable ticket prices, plenty of luggage space, free Wi-Fi and drop-off points at both terminals!
To see departure times, prices and to book your ticket, use the journey planner above. Or take a look below for more information on coach travel to Dublin Airport, including our routes from Dublin City and Belfast, and frequently asked questions.
Please note: We recommend giving yourself extra time to get to Dublin Airport from both Belfast and Dublin City. It is recommended to arrive at the airport 2 hours before short-haul flights and 3 hours before long-haul flights. Also bear in mind that city centre traffic can sometimes be busy at rush hour times and can create delays so please allow yourself additional time for your journey.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the coach stop at Dublin Airport?
All services call at both Terminal 1 & 2 at Dublin Airport.
Unsure about flying into Dublin Airport?
Arriving at Terminal 1
At Terminal 1, you will see a terminal exit door to the left, when you exit arrivals. You will see the Dublin Express coaches to your left when you exit through that door. Dublin Express is located in Zone 1 at Terminal 1, so we are right outside the door!
You can purchase a ticket online in advance for the best fares online alternatively you can scan the QR code on the digital sign at the terminal exit, or you can purchase a ticket from one of the team members at the kiosk by the bus stop.
Most airlines land in Terminal 1, including Ryanair, Air Transat, and British Airways.
Arriving at Terminal 2
At Terminal 2, when you exit arrivals, walk straight ahead, cross the covered glass walkway, turn left, and take the escalator down to the bus stop. Dublin Express is located in Zone 21 at Terminal 2 and is signposted for your ease.
You can purchase a ticket online in advance, you can scan the QR code on the sign beside the escalator, or you can purchase a ticket from one of the team members at the kiosk at the bottom of the escalator by the bus stop.
Airlines that land in Terminal 2 include Aer Lingus, American Airlines and Emirates.
Visit our Dublin Express stop map to see all Dublin Express stops and to get directions.
Where does the coach depart from in Belfast?
The 785 service to Dublin Airport departs from Queen Street Upper, opposite Queen's court office, in Belfast.
Visit our Dublin Express stop map to see all Dublin Express stops and to get directions.
Where does the coach depart from in Dublin City?
The 782 service to Dublin Airport departs from:
- George’s Quay (Tara Street Station) Stop 135141
- Aston Quay (O’Connell Bridge & Temple Bar) Stop 325
- Wellington Quay (Temple Bar & Dublin Castle) Stop 312
- Merchant’s Quay (Christ Church Cathedral) Stop 1444
- Usher’s Quay (The Liberties & Guinness Storehouse) Stop 10997
- Heuston Station (Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo) Stop 4425
- Arran Quay (Smithfield & Jameson Distillery) Stop 7453
- Ormond Quay Upper (Capel Street) Stop 1479
- Eden Quay (O’Connell Street & Marlborough Street) Stop 297
- Custom House Quay (Gardiner Street & Connolly Station) Stop 135271
The new 783 service departs from:
- Terenure (Templeogue Road, opp Terenure Library)
- Rathgar (Brighton Road, Terenure Road East)
- Rathmines (Castlewood Avenue)
- Ranelagh (Ranelagh Luas)
- Harcourt (Hatch Street Upper)
- Portobello (Kevin Street)
- Winetavern St (Outside Dublinia*)
- Custom House Quay (Custom House)
- Docklands (North Wall Quay, Beckett Bridge)
- 3Arena (North Wall Quay, Bran Phoirt Thoir)
The 784 service to Dublin Airport departs from:
- Trinity College (College Green & Temple Bar) Stop 7588
- Custom House Quay (Gardiner Street & Connolly Station) Stop 135271
- North Wall Quay (Docklands & Samuel Beckett Bridge) Stop 2500
- 3Arena (Point Village & Ringsend) Stop 7623
The 785 service to Dublin Airport departs from:
- Westland Row, Stop 100111^
- Custom House Quay, Stop 135271/Burgh Quay, O’Connell St. Bridge, Stop 339*
Visit our Dublin Express stop map to see all Dublin Express stops and to get directions.
*Please note, if you’re booking a journey to or from Dublin City Centre, coaches drop off at Burgh Quay, (O’Connell St. Bridge) Stop 339. Journeys to Belfast pick up from Custom House Quay, Stop 135271.
^This stop is not wheelchair accessible, the nearest accessible stop is Custom House Quay. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
What is the fastest journey time to Dublin Airport?
Our fastest journey between Belfast and Dublin Airport is 1 hr 50 minutes.
Our fastest journey between Dublin City and Dublin Airport is 14 minutes.
For more information on specific journey times and to track your coach in real time, please use our Coach Tracker.
How much does the coach to Dublin Airport cost?
The coach from Belfast to Dublin Airport is available from €11.50.
The coach from Dublin City to Dublin Airport is available from €8.
To see departure times, prices and to book your ticket, use the journey planner above.
Tickets can also be purchased at the airport or onboard at any of our stops however we are only accepting card payments and this will be subject to availability, so it is always advisable to book ahead to guarantee your seat and get the best price.
Infants aged 0-2 travel free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Additional infants aged 0-2 must be paid for. If you are travelling with more than 1 infant aged 0-2 per adult, please book the additional infant as Children (3-15).
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