Direct Flights to Ireland from the UK

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Direct Flights to Ireland from the UK

Direct flights from the UK to Ireland make travel quick and convenient for both business and leisure travellers. With multiple nonstop routes operating throughout the year, you can fly directly to Ireland from major UK airports without the need for stopovers.

Ireland is well connected to the UK year-round, offering easy access to key destinations across the country.

Which UK Airports Offer Direct Flights to Ireland

London Heathrow

London Gatwick

Manchester

Birmingham

Edinburgh

Glasgow

Ireland Cities You Can Fly to Direct from the UK

Dublin

Flight Time: 1h 10m – 1h 30m

Airport: Dublin Airport

Ireland's capital with direct connections from multiple UK airports.

Cork

Flight Time: 1h 05m – 1h 25m

Airport: Cork Airport

Gateway to Ireland's scenic southwest region.

Shannon

Flight Time: 1h 15m – 1h 35m

Airport: Shannon Airport

Easy access to the Wild Atlantic Way.

Knock

Flight Time: 1h 20m – 1h 40m

Airport: Ireland West Airport Knock

Serves the northwest including Galway and Mayo.

Donegal

Flight Time: 1h 15m – 1h 35m

Airport: Donegal Airport

Gateway to Ireland's rugged northwest coast.

Airlines Flying Direct from the UK to Ireland

Aer Lingus

British Airways

Ryanair

easyJet

Loganair

Flight Time from the UK to Ireland

Direct flights from the UK to Ireland are relatively short. The average nonstop flight time is around 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on the UK departure airport and the destination city you are flying to.

Best Time to Fly Direct to Ireland from the UK

Ideal Booking Time

6–8 weeks in advance for the lowest fares.

Cheapest Travel Months

January to March and September to November for cheaper prices.

Avoiding Peak Periods

May to September for warm weather and outdoor festivals. December and March are popular for Christmas markets and St. Patrick's Day celebrations.

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