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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
Flights from Dublin to Bristol depart on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 324 km distance in 1h 5m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 324 km |
Average flight duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 5 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 5:55 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Dublin to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Bristol will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 flights that leave Dublin for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 324 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Bristol flights for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EI3284 | 13:10 Dublin Airport | 1h15 | 14:25 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8940 | 13:10 Dublin Airport | 1h15 | 14:25 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 506 | 13:25 Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 14:30 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
EI3286 | 14:40 Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 16:00 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8942 | 14:40 Dublin Airport | 1h20 | 16:00 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 508 | 21:25 Dublin Airport | 1h05 | 22:30 Bristol Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
![]() | 6:25 Dublin | 1h05 | 7:30 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 Dublin | 1h05 | 7:35 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:35 Dublin | 1h20 | 7:55 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
Official public transport app
Bristol Airport -> Bristol Bus Station, Bristol
Aer Lingus and Ryanair are the only airlines providing direct flights from Dublin to Bristol. The average flight time of a direct flight is one hour. Other airlines fly this route but they include a stop over, the longest being 25 hours, and some include connecting flights. The earliest flight departing Dublin is at 5.50 a.m. and the last one leaves at 8.55 p.m. There are generally one or two flights per hour, approximately 35 flights a week and the prices are marginally higher from April to October.
Dublin Airport is in Collinstown, 10km north of central Dublin. A taxi from the city centre can cost between EUR20-EUR35 depending on the traffic. The Airlink 747 bus runs from the city centre and Dublin Connolly and Dublin Heuston train stations. Aircoach operate 24-hour services out to the airport, and routes 704X and 705X are express services. Dublin Bus routes 16 and 41 are cheaper buses that run through the city to the airport.
Bristol is a city in southwest England. In the 1500s, the port was the departure point for boats setting off for the New World. In recent years, it has become a hub for science-based technologies and performing arts. In the 1990s many Bristol bands, including Massive Attack and Tricky, became popular and helped create the music genre 'Trip hop'. Bristol Airport is in Lulsgate Bottom, 13km southwest of Bristol city centre. The Bristol Airport Flyer bus A1 runs to Temple Meads train station and Bristol Bus Station, in central Bristol, every eight minutes during peak times. The journey to Temple Meads takes 25 minutes and the service runs 24 hours a day. Arrow Cars is the on-site taxi company, providing taxis and minibus services to the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Bristol by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dublin to Bristol flights use the Dublin Airport to Bristol Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Dublin and Bristol airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Dublin Airport is 3 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dublin Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Bristol Airport is 3 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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