Flights to Dublin from Bristol (UK)
As of March 2011, Aer Lingus and Aer Aranr fly three times a day on weekdays between Bristol and Dublin. Besides these, there are numerous other cheap flights available. Seven airlines operate between Bristol and Dublin, offering a total of 36,611 seats per day to get to Dublin. It is possible to get a return ticket for as little as £48, inclusive of all taxes, if one is willing to go on one of the last minute flights. Additionally, Ryanair, FlyBe, British Airways, and Aer Lingus offer many bargain weekends and short breaks to Ireland. Advance booking for these is absolutely necessary.
In 1927, a group of local businessmen raised £6,000 to start a flying club at Filton Aerodrome which was later to become the hometown of the Concorde. So much attention was attracted by these early pioneers that they became more ambitious and decided to build an airport for Bristol. In 1930, a fully functional and civil airport was officially inaugurated by HRH Prince George. Bristol now has flights to more than eighty five destinations linked by approximately fifteen airlines and roughly eighty tour operators. Easy Jet goes to twelve destinations and Flybe connects with four destinations, while Ryanair only goes to Dublin. There are many ways of reaching the airport through public transport. Bristol Rail links are easily available, along with coaches and bus service. The bus station is conveniently located near the car park and the Bristol International Flyer runs each half hour between 05:00 and 22:30.
Dublin is the capital city of the Republic of Ireland and is the largest city as well. The city of Dublin is one of the oldest in Europe. It has retained its historical charm throughout the years and is a cultural centre. Additionally, it offers visitors trendy bars, stylish restaurants, and cosmopolitan shops. Point of interests include Trinity College, which is a 1592 Dublin University housing the AD 800 gospels manuscript of the ancient Book of Kells. No visit to Dublin is complete without a trip to Guinness, Ireland’s premier tourist attraction. Here one can learn all there is to learn about the 250 year history of the famous beer and at the end of the tour there is a complimentary drink. Another must-see place is the Dublin Castle. Built in the early 1200s, the complex represents the oldest existing architecture of the city. The highlight of the castle is the thirteenth century record tower. There are also many museums and art galleries one can visit. For the people who enjoy the great outdoors, located just minutes from the heart of Dublin City is Figal, a coastal community with rolling countryside and scenic seaside villages. The coastline is rugged with white sandy beaches.
The distance between Bristol and Dublin, Ireland is roughly 200 miles and a direct flight takes roughly thirty minutes. The aircraft does not even get to what one can call a “normal” cruise height. Dublin is among Ireland’s most visited destinations, and while prices vary a great deal depending on the season and availability of seats, it is possible to get great deals on flights to Dublin from Bristol.