$238 Find Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland

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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Dublin
Dublin1 stop$469
Shannon
Shannon1 stop$591
Cork
Cork2 stops$596
Donegal
Donegal2 stops$1,101
Dublin
Dublin1 stop$469
Shannon
Shannon1 stop$591
Cork
Cork2 stops$596
Donegal
Donegal2 stops$1,101

Book Cheap Washington, D.C. to Ireland Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Ireland

Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 24
Icelandair Logo
7:40 pm - 10:15 am
BWI
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DUB
9h 35m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
11:30 am - 6:40 pm
DUB
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BWI
12h 10m1 stop
$469Icelandair
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3
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7:40 pm - 10:15 am
BWI
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DUB
9h 35m1 stop
Icelandair Logo
11:30 am - 6:40 pm
DUB
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BWI
12h 10m1 stop
$490Icelandair
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
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8:30 pm - 11:45 am
IAD
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DUB
34h 15m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 6:50 pm
DUB
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IAD
13h 40m1 stop
$492Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 8:10 am
DCA
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DUB
13h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 7:59 pm
DUB
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DCA
15h 59m1 stop
$580United Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 14
United Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 8:10 am
DCA
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DUB
11h 40m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 7:45 pm
DUB
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DCA
15h 45m1 stop
$582United Airlines
Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23
British Airways Logo
6:14 pm - 12:35 pm
DCA
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DUB
14h 21m2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:40 pm - 8:48 pm
DUB
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DCA
28h 08m2 stops
$584British Airways
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Apr 29
British Airways Logo
1:54 pm - 9:40 am
DCA
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DUB
14h 46m2 stops
British Airways Logo
7:45 pm - 5:29 pm
DUB
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DCA
26h 44m2 stops
$588British Airways
Sun, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 11:30 am
IAD
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SNN
12h 10m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 3:35 pm
SNN
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IAD
12h 45m1 stop
$591American Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 4:45 pm
IAD
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SNN
17h 25m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:50 am - 11:34 pm
SNN
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IAD
20h 44m2 stops
$602American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
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5:40 pm - 12:35 pm
IAD
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NOC
13h 55m1 stop
Aer Lingus Logo
1:05 pm - 8:20 pm
NOC
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IAD
12h 15m1 stop
$1,115Aer Lingus
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Ireland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Ireland flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Ireland from Washington, D.C. found in the last 72 hours was to Dublin, at $536 round-trip. The most popular route is from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Dublin (DUB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $536.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $610, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland is January, when tickets cost $544 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $885 and $844 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Ireland on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Ireland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Ireland, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$238
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Dublin

FAQs - booking Ireland flights

  • Do you need to get a visa to fly from Washington, D.C., to Ireland?

    For entry into Ireland, U.S. citizens require only a valid passport, with no visa necessary for tourism or business stays lasting up to 90 days. The Irish Immigration Department may request evidence of ample funds upon arrival. Additionally, it's crucial to have at least one empty passport page for entry stamps.

  • What are some of the things to be aware of regarding child car seat laws in Ireland before I start driving after I arrive at the airport in Ireland?

    Children under 15 months old traveling in a vehicle in Ireland need to travel in a rear-facing car seat and then one facing forward until they are four years old. Children between the ages of four and six must travel in a booster seat, and then up to 12 years of age, they must travel on a booster cushion unless they've reached a weight of 79 lb. or a height of 59 in.

  • What would make a good choice for a sustainable airline for this flight?

    Aer Lingus is committed to sustainability, focusing on reducing its environmental impact. The airline invests in fuel-efficient aircraft, implements eco-friendly practices, and works to minimize carbon emissions. Aer Lingus actively engages in recycling efforts and collaborates with sustainable suppliers. The airline aims to contribute to a more environmentally conscious aviation industry through these initiatives, aligning with global efforts to address climate change and promote responsible business practices.

  • What are some reasons to upgrade to first class on United Airlines?

    Upgrading to First Class on United Airlines for flights from Washington, D.C., to Ireland offers an elevated travel experience. Passengers enjoy spacious seating, enhanced comfort, premium dining options, and personalized service. Priority boarding and access to exclusive airport lounges add convenience. The upgraded amenities provide a luxurious journey, making the long-haul flight more comfortable and enjoyable for travelers seeking a superior level of service.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ireland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Washington, D.C. to Ireland with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Ireland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Washington, D.C. to Ireland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Ireland?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Ireland is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $786 on average. Morning departures are around 30% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Ireland is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,049.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Ireland

  • When you want to travel from Washington, D.C. to Ireland, one of the quickest trips is aboard the direct flights offered by Aer Lingus and United Airlines that travel between Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Dublin Airport (DUB).
  • Passengers looking to travel to the Shannon Airport (SNN) from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) can do so on a one-stop flight offered by United Airlines that has a layover at Newark International Airport (EWR).
  • If you are going to be flying aboard United Airlines from Washington Dulles International Airport, you have the option of waiting for your flight at one of the five United Club locations you will find at this airport.
  • Passengers who want to make their way to the Cork Airport (ORK) from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) will find that Aer Lingus offers a one-stop flight that has a layover at Heathrow Airport (LHR).
  • Passengers planning to depart early in the morning on a flight to Ireland from Washington Dulles International Airport should consider staying the night before their flight at the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott, which sits right on the airport grounds.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to Ireland

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to Ireland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9094 reviews
7.7Boarding
6.6Food
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
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Not great experience - we were super late boarding due to issues with aircraft. Then when we finally all got onboard and seated and they started taxiing out to the runway they just stopped then turned around and went back to the airport. Apparently the crew “ran out of time” to legally fly us. They mentioned that they were about 2 minutes away from taking off. I understand the rules and safety but kinda wonder why they would have bothered boarding us in the first place? Had to go all the way back and de plane and then wait in a HUGE line to get a hotel (this is somewhere around 2:30am) finally got to hotel by Uber (no shuttle after 20min so gave up) and they ended up putting us all back on the same aircraft at 10am next morning so got about 2.5 hours sleep. They did give us. $250 credit, but it was a São Paulo Brazil flight out of Dulles. The flight and everything was fine.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Dec 2025
IAD - GRU
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Not great experience - we were super late boarding due to issues with aircraft. Then when we finally all got onboard and seated and they started taxiing out to the runway they just stopped then turned around and went back to the airport. Apparently the crew “ran out of time” to legally fly us. They mentioned that they were about 2 minutes away from taking off. I understand the rules and safety but kinda wonder why they would have bothered boarding us in the first place? Had to go all the way back and de plane and then wait in a HUGE line to get a hotel (this is somewhere around 2:30am) finally got to hotel by Uber (no shuttle after 20min so gave up) and they ended up putting us all back on the same aircraft at 10am next morning so got about 2.5 hours sleep. They did give us. $250 credit, but it was a São Paulo Brazil flight out of Dulles. The flight and everything was fine.

Starlink wifi on the Embraer E175 is an excellent experience. I was able to connect and work from IAD all the way to approach into BTV.

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Short flight but an "eager to help" crew made the journey more enjoyable!

During booking, I kept trying submitting my payment from the Mexican website and it didn't work. After I had the idea to change it to the Canadian website, it worked but I had to be charged the equivalent of 50 CAD more. I received the clear instruction that I would only be able to check-in at the airport and that it was impossible to select a seat 24 hours before departure, that I had to pay 144 CAD to do so, although not only was I able to check-in 24 hours before departure, but I could have selected my seats for free then. All in all, I almost threw $200 out the window due to misleading information. Besides, the app kept crashing, the information to get to the gate on the app was inaccurate, my gate was switched and I was only informed once in the air (luckily I had noticed the departure pannel), I was not addressed in my language beforehand and even if I tried I was immediately answered in English (which meant the crew understood but didn't want to answer accordingly), there was only one snack & beverage service on my medium haul flight and no beverage service on my short haul flight. To be fair, the planes were comfortable, the crew apart from the language issue was helpful, dynamic and engaging, the plane was clean and the directions were clear and direct. United has a lot of potential to be one of my favourite airlines, but the devil is in the details and a lot of them missed the target.

Better WiFi. I cannot understand that in 2025, United is so behind on a technology that is now a necessity and still painfully unreliable, slow and keeps disconnecting.

Great service on board. Boarding a bit slow due to process. Food was pretty average.

Very small cramped plane for an international flight. Everything else was good, but it was maybe the smallest comfort-wise I've ever been on for longer than 3-4 hours and the trip was 7.5

Flight was delayed 3 hours. No food and drink vouchers was provided. They offered a mini pretzel bag and water .

Staff was rude. Didn’t give water for 2 hours. Worst service

Gate was overcrowded. Gate agents performed very well. Flight crew was top notch! Efficient & professional & courteous. Both meals not thermalized well. Dinner main dish was actually cold in the center. Almost inedible. Breakfast sandwich was lukewarm.

The boarding was as always, the crew tried their best but not enough. The food was a disaster I had dietary restrictions that were half met because the company did not loaded the food for the flight. The entertainment screen was fine but content was not and also they removed the free messaging option from the flight and they charged 30 dollars for that crappy bandwidth. This flight is not worth the cost and the company is going down on quality.

Not comparable to Qatar Airways services on flights to Doha. Flight attendants provided basic services; I was never recognized by name or as an Executive Platinum member. Restrooms were not kept clean during the flight.

Awful. They won’t help me with anything. I booked on American but they abdicated to Iberia. The ticket was overpriced. Everything negative

it was fine, decent flight... dont get food besides cookies or pretzels so not sure why you ask about food. same for entertainment..

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing and the care I received by Kayla? Keighly the flight attendant will be memorable for ever. Thank You

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Waaay too small plane. They also need to up the size of the overhead bins. I would love to keep me 3k with of camera equipment in my hard case baggahe instead of it being thrown into the belly of the plane

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

Flight delay was communicated before leaving for airport which caused it to be a non-event. Great flight and crew!

The folks and flights were fantastic. I unfortunately wasn’t able to order a meal that I could eat (I’m gluten free) because I got my ticket through kayak, but they tried their best to find something to help me get through the long flight and I’ll forever remember their kindness.

Flight takeoff was delayed an hour, but arrival time was not updated at the same time as departure time, so those picking me up at the other end were not alerted to the change in my arrival.

Seats are terribly cramped. I’m only 5’2” and my knees were practically in my face. No room to put a normal size bag under the seat and when the person in front of you reclined their seat your tray table was in your lap. This is the airline’s way of cramming more seats into the plane to make more money. I’ll think twice about taking Aer Lingus again since there are a few other options from Boston to the Emerald Isle.

Couldn’t check In online, message was couldn’t check in until Sunday morning though plane left Saturday night. Checked in okay at airport but caused slot if stress.

It all went very well, except for the ramp coordination upon landing in Boston. That, however, was resolved in fairly short order.

NOTE. Aer Lingus does not accept American Express. I was denied boarding because I could not pay the fee for my oversized bag. I did not have another credit or debit card. Moreover, at CDG, I needed to check my bag at one location, go to another location to check my oversized bag and a THIRD location to pay for my oversized bag. Hence, once I was denied boarding, my bags were already en route to the plane. To retrieve them I needed to go to a FOURTH location in another part of the terminal. Last, Aer Lingus will not reimburse me for any portion of my ticket. I lost $1000 bc Aer Lingus doesn’t accept American Express at the CDG counter even though I paid for my ticket through the Kayak link with Amex. Kayak should remedy this situation if they want to continue to partner with Aer Lingus.

The biking process was confusing and I was called for a seat assignment from I number I repeatedly though was spam, but the flight itself was great

It was poor overall. They cancelled our flight and changed it without notifying us. So we incurred extra costs by having to book a hotel for our layover. They say it's Kayak/Underpricer's responsibility to reimburse us. But Kayak/Underpricer have said it's Aer Lingus' responsibility because they are the ones with our 'booking information.' I find this situation confusing and unacceptable.

My experience with Aer Lingus was not too good. First, because of the last minute delayed flight from Amsterdam to Dublin we almost missed our flight from Dublin to Philadelphia. Secondly, the flight from Dublin to Philadelphia had very uncomfortable seats especially it was a very long flight. My buttocks were constantly in pain for sitting on these seats for this long. Lastly, the service in the plane was also slow. I asked for a second cup of water and the hostess told me he'll be right back with that where it took him over an hour to come back with water. It was warm in the plane and I was very thirsty. Overall this airline needs much improvement in their services.

Staff was generally friendly and helpful. Attendants collecting trash were somewhat inattentive though.

Food - Non-Existent. You pay for everything. It is strictly Pay-to-Play!

Again, we paid $ 328.00 for specific seats are were assigned those seats.

The boarding process seem to take longer than necessary, resulting in a 20+ minute delay

It was too cold in the plane my feet froze

Handling our luggage was the biggest issue - they lost it and we got it almost 3 days later. Really threw off the beginning of our trip and we really had to change our itinerary accordingly.

Seat was hard and uncomfortable and the temperature too warm and uncomfortable.

No meals included on this long international flight. Most airlines will offer you a meal when flying internationally. Not Icelandair. Your included choices are water and coffee. Poor customer service. The airport was also very confusing.

Best smelling onboard bathrooms ever. Even after use the whole flight. Biggest overhead bins. Most legroom in economy class. Great Icelandiic music. Really nice staff. Icelandair is awesome! (Don’t fly Air Canada! During the strike they lied about no flights available (I booked this flight myself) and hid the process to get money back on their website by obscuring menu titles, then made it difficult and time consuming to fill out. I’m Canadian. Don’t trust Air Canada!

Worst airline I’ve ever flown. Delayed 5.5 hrs, missed connecting flight, and missed an entire day of vacation. Zero customer service

Everything sucked. No food, one small glass of water, a tiny coffee, 5.5 hour delay with no customer service. Would never recommend flying them.

Excellent experience in every way, from ground crew helpfulness, boarding experience, inflight service all the way to modern equipment. My new favorite airline. I wish I could fly with them more often.

For a no frills flight this was surprising comfortable. The crew were helpful and nice. The flight was smooth and there were no delays or issues which I haven't had on a flight in a long time. I would definitely fly with them again.

The flight was canceled by play less than 24 hours prior to the trip, and I was unable to re-book. Have not received a refund for the trip despite filling out the appropriate form.

Was was cancelled less than 24 hours prior to my scheduled departure by PLAY. Despite my attempts to rebook my travel, I encountered significant cost increases that rendered this option unfeasible. In accordance with EC Regulation 261/2004, airlines are required to issue a full refund for cancelled flights within seven days of the scheduled departure if a refund is requested instead of rebooking on another flight. It has been three weeks without a refund or an answer

Have not recieved full refund for my flight, which was cancelled less than 24 hours prior to my scheduled departure by PLAY. Despite my attempts to rebook my travel, I encountered significant cost increases that rendered this option unfeasible. In accordance with EC Regulation 261/2004, airlines are required to issue a full refund for cancelled flights within seven days of the scheduled departure if a refund is requested instead of rebooking on another flight. This request was completed three weeks ago an answer or refund.

It would have been better to have USB charging ports available on the longer haul Flight that one of 2 hours

Was very good Staff was great. No tv monitors tho. So long flights make it longer

The worst. No free beverages. No entertainment on an overseas flight. Not enough space. Never again.

Play is affordable! Only way we fly from the states to Europe. Left late but arrived on time

have screens on backs of chairs...offer free snacks and water

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