How to get to Dublin from Portsmouth

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Compare flight for Portsmouth to Dublin

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £359 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £359, while a flight costs an average of £359.

Distance: 451 km

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£359

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Cheapest

£121

Average Price

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4h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 41m

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9h 3m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Dublin is a flight with an average price of £359.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Dublin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Portsmouth and Dublin.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 22m sooner (2h 41m by flight vs 9h 3m by car). Tickets start at around £359 compared to roughly £121 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Portsmouth to Dublin

How to get to Dublin from Portsmouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Portsmouth to Dublin is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Ryanair
    5:351h20
    Portsmouth
    6:55Dublin
    £191One-way
    0 changes

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  • Ryanair
    5:351h20
    Portsmouth
    6:55Dublin
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Ryanair
    5:351h20
    Portsmouth
    6:55Dublin
    £191One-way
    0 changes

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  • Ryanair
    8:001h20
    Portsmouth
    9:20Dublin
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • Ryanair
    6:301h20
    Portsmouth
    7:50Dublin
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Aer Lingus
    9:301h40
    Portsmouth
    11:10Dublin
    £811One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Portsmouth to Dublin

Travel to Dublin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portsmouth to Dublin.

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You can travel between Portsmouth and Dublin by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Dublin is a flight with an average price of £359.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Dublin is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.
The Portsmouth to Dublin distance is approximately 451 km.
The average frequency per day from Portsmouth to Dublin is:
  • Around 90 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Portsmouth and Dublin as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Portsmouth to Dublin:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Dublin Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Portsmouth to Dublin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, British Airways, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Loganair, Malta Air, Buzz, Edelweiss Air to go to Dublin by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Portsmouth to Dublin:
  • 52 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Malta Air, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Portsmouth to Dublin often also extend their vacation to go to London, Belfast, Paris, Edinburgh, Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dublin and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Portsmouth to Dublin, you can take a flight.
In Dublin, you can explore the Guinness Storehouse, a seven-story museum dedicated to Ireland's iconic beer, with a rooftop bar offering panoramic views. Visit Kilmainham Gaol, a former prison turned museum detailing Ireland's political history, and the National Gallery of Ireland with an extensive collection of art. Experience the Croke Park Stadium Tour, showcasing Gaelic games with interactive exhibits and a skyline tour. Join the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl for a guided tour through famous pubs with readings from Irish literary greats. Discover Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, and St. Patrick's Cathedral for historical insights. Enjoy the lively Temple Bar area or relax in Phoenix Park, home to Dublin Zoo and the President's residence.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Dublin is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, including Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and the Guinness Storehouse, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.

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