Deal alert: Round-trip flights to Dublin under $400
Ireland, also known as the "Emerald Isle," is home to Guinness and the best whiskey you’ll ever drink, as well as some of the most beautiful castles and green meadows you will ever see. United Airlines and its partners Air Canada and Swiss Air Lines are offering some basic economy deals from $382 round-trip to Dublin throughout the year.
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The Flight Deal reported this offer. This deal is available from March to December, not including summer months.
Deal basics
Airlines: United and partners Air Canada and Swiss Air Lines
Routes: EWR/LAX/ORD/DCA to DUB
How to book: Directly through airlines or via Google Flights
Travel dates: March to December (not including the summer)
Related: A toast to the best bars in Dublin
Sample flights
The deals below are for basic economy seats which include a standard seat and carry on. Seat selection, changes and checked bags will cost extra. All offers below are under $400 round-trip.
If you’re traveling from the East Coast, you can fly from New York (LGA) or Newark (EWR) to Dublin (DUB) for $382 round-trip. The offers we found were from the end of March to the beginning of April. The flight from LaGuardia is on Air Canada, and the Newark route is on United for the departure and Air Canada on the return. Both options include stops in Toronto (YYZ) each way.
You can go nonstop from Washington D.C. (IAD) to Dublin (DUB) for $392 round-trip on United. The departure is non-stop and the return has a layover in Newark (EWR).
On the West Coast, travelers can go from Los Angeles (LAX) to Dublin (DUB) for $393 round-trip. The departure flight on United has a stop in Chicago (ORD) and the return flight is on Swiss Air Lines with a layover in Zurich (ZRH).
You can snag a direct flight from Chicago (ORD) to Dublin (DUB) on United, but on the return home via Air Canada there is a long stop in Montreal (YUL). The deal below in September will cost $394 round-trip.
Maximize your purchase
Pay with: The Platinum Card® from American Express for 5 points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year), the Citi Prestige® Card for 5 points per dollar on airfare, the Citi Premier® Card or Chase Sapphire Reserve for 3 points per dollar on air travel, the American Express® Gold Card for 3 points per dollar on airfare when booked directly with the airline or through Amex Travel, or the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card for 2 points per dollar on travel.
The information for the Citi Prestige Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Related: Second Cities: Destinations to add onto a trip to Dublin
Bottom line
From its charming people, stunning views and tasty chippers, Dublin will wrap you in its warmth no matter how rainy it gets. Don’t miss out on this awesome chance to experience the history and culture of Ireland.
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- 6x points at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy® program.
- 4x points for purchases made at restaurants worldwide, at U.S. gas stations, on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and on U.S. purchases for shipping.
- 2x points on all other eligible purchases.
- Receive a 7% discount off standard rates for reservations of standard guest rooms at hotels that participate in the Marriott Bonvoy program when you book directly. Terms and Conditions Apply.
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| 6X | 6x points at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy® program. |
| 4X | 4x points for purchases made at restaurants worldwide, at U.S. gas stations, on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and on U.S. purchases for shipping. |
| 2X | 2x points on all other eligible purchases. |
Intro Offer
Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 Bonus Marriott Bonvoy Points after spending $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months of Card Membership. Offer expires 11/2/22.Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 points75,000 pointsAnnual Fee
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Why We Chose It
The Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex is a stacked card with a rewards rate that will help you earn bonus points on everyday and business-related purchases. You'll earn 15 elite night credits each calendar year, and receive automatic Gold elite status. Finally, the free night award certificate with a redemption level of 35,000 points or less can get you hundreds of dollars in potential value each year.Pros
- 6x points on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program
- 4x points at restaurants worldwide, U.S. gas stations, wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and U.S. shipping
- 2x points on all other eligible purchases
- Earn a free-night award each card renewal month (up to 35,000 points)
- Receive 15 elite night credits to jump-start status
- Transfer Marriott points to 40+ airlines
Cons
- Airline points transfer ratios are poor
- Must spend $60,000 in a year for second free-night award
- Limited Time Offer: Earn 100,000 Bonus Marriott Bonvoy Points after spending $4,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months of Card Membership. Offer expires 11/2/22.
- 6x points at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy® program.
- 4x points for purchases made at restaurants worldwide, at U.S. gas stations, on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and on U.S. purchases for shipping.
- 2x points on all other eligible purchases.
- Receive a 7% discount off standard rates for reservations of standard guest rooms at hotels that participate in the Marriott Bonvoy program when you book directly. Terms and Conditions Apply.
- Receive 1 Free Night Award every year after your Card renewal month. Plus, earn an additional Free Night Award after you spend $60K in purchases on your Card in a calendar year. Awards can be used for one night (redemption level at or under 35,000 Marriott Bonvoy® points) at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy®. Certain hotels have resort fees.
- Enjoy Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status with your Card.
- Terms apply.
- See Rates & Fees