Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your DUB to Tokyo flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from DUB to Tokyo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
DUB is around 5 miles from central Dublin. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dublin Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DUB:
72.87% of flights that leave from Dublin Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Tokyo
£307 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Tokyo flight. A return ticket right now is £548. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DUB to Tokyo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Dublin Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dublin Airport to Tokyo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 miles away.
Look into staying at a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from DUB to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 40 miles from the centre of Tokyo. After your flight from Dublin Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DUB to Tokyo flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Travel to Tokyo during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dublin Airport to Tokyo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Dublin Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DUB to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Tokyo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan waiting to be discovered. Around 250 miles west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 160 miles west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.