Brussels to Dublin flights

Flights from Brussels to Dublin start at 13€. You can fly direct from two different hubs. Ryanair operates out of Brussels South Charleroi (CRL). Aer Lingus and Ryanair both fly from Brussels Airport (BRU), known as Zaventem. It is a short hop across the water. The flight takes about an hour and 40 minutes. January, May and December see the most demand on this route. Check both airports to find the best schedule. All direct services land at Dublin Airport (DUB).

You have plenty of choice throughout the week.

At Brussels Airport (BRU), Dublin flights leave from Pier B. This is the non-Schengen area of the single terminal. The Airport Line express bus (12 and 21) runs from the city centre. De Lijn routes 272 and 471 also connect from Brussels North station. Trains run frequently to the airport's own underground station. Charleroi (CRL) uses two terminals, T1 and T2, which are side by side. The Flibco shuttle from Brussels Midi is the fastest public link.

Taxis are available for both, though Charleroi is much further out. Allow extra time if you are heading to CRL during rush hour. Zaventem is usually the quicker option from the European Quarter.

Dublin Airport (DUB) sits about 10km north of the city centre. The Dublin Express and Aircoach buses are the fastest way in. They pick up from right outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Major stops include O'Connell Street and Kildare Street. Local buses 16 and 41 are cheaper but take a bit longer. You will find taxi ranks outside both terminal buildings. A dispatcher manages the queue to keep things moving. Private hire pickups are usually in the short-term car parks. Driving? The M1 and M50 motorways lead straight to the city.

It is a well-signposted 20-minute drive in light traffic.

Dublin is best explored on foot, starting at the Temple Bar cobbles. Walk through St Stephen's Green or visit the medieval Dublin Castle. The city is compact enough to see several districts in one afternoon. Traditional pubs and live music sessions are everywhere. Head to the cultural quarter for independent shops and markets. For a local tip, take the DART train out to Howth for the cliff walk. It is a quick escape from the city bustle.