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By Plane

Dublin is easily accessible from the UK, Continental Europe and the east and west coast of the USA. More than 36 scheduled airlines fly into Dublin Airport, which is located 12 km from the city centre. Dublin Airport serves 7 domestic, 29 UK, 36 Continental European and 9 international destinations.

For more information please visit www.dublinairport.com

Please see below a list of some of the frequent airlines that fly to Dublin. By clicking on them you will link to their sites.

Aer Lingus
BMI
SAS
Delta
Canadian

Ryanair
Air France
Malev
United
Qatar

British Airways
Lufthansa
KLM
Virgin
Kenyan

Iberia
Alitalia
Olympic
American
Emirates

By Ferry

It is also possible to get to Dublin by ferry via Holyhead, Liverpool and Isle of Man ports in Britain. Dublin has two ferry terminals, Dublin Port, located in the city centre, is serviced by bus, and Dun Laoghaire ferry terminal, south of the city, and is easily reached by a 20 minute car or DART train journey.By ferry, It is also possible to travel via France and Spain.

Access from Dublin Airport to Dublin City

Dublin is served by two Terminals (T1 & T2). There are a number of private and public bus services that operate from outside the airport arrivals areas to City Centre and Ballsbridge hotels.

How to get to The CCD from Dublin Airport

From Dublin Airport at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto the M1
Continue on the M1 until you reach the Port Tunnel.
Exit the Port Tunnel at the end and continue onto East Wall Road.
At the roundabout at the end of East Wall Road (beside 3 Arena), take the 2nd exit onto North Wall Quay
After 850 metres you’ll reach The CCD on your right

AerDart is a combined bus and train service that will bring you from Dublin Airport to any DART/Train station along the route for an all-inclusive price. This service is convenient for the RDS as the Sandymount Dart Station is a 5 minute walk away.
www.dublinbus.ie

By Dart

Visitors to the capital are encouraged to use the DART, (Dublin Area Rapid Transport), to enjoy stunning views of Dublin Bay and travel out of the city to the numerous fishing villages and towns that are dotted along the coastline. The city center DART stations are Connolly, Pearse and Tara.

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By Luas

Dublin now has its own state-of-the-art light rail system which services the city and its outskirts. This is a hassle-free way to travel to and from the city center.

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Visa
Everyone entering Ireland must have a valid passport, or in the case of European Union Member States, a national identity card. Visas are required for some countries. Delegates should check with their local Irish representation to get specific requirements.

The Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform has primary responsibility for Ireland’s immigration and visa policy.

For more information on visa requirements for Ireland please see their website www.dfa.ie. A valid driving licence is required to drive in Ireland.

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