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Dublin reigns as the cheapest landing point for European travel, but let’s make it clear from the get-go: What’s the opposite of “shoestring?” Velvet rope? Purse-string? Unless Ireland is the sole reason for your trip, everything after the airfare may cost a shoestringin’ backpacker a couple appendages and their firstborn.
Dublin, while great in its own semi-affordable right, is well-served as the gateway to the continent that surrounds it.
More on this, and fares from Dublin - coming right up - keep reading…
Backpacking through Dublin and Beyond
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If that dream summer vacation to Europe doesn’t look like it’s going to happen, you can start planning for fall. We’re seeing some good deals to Dublin from a range of U.S. departure cities for select travel dates in October. The price drop from September to October is significant for a number of markets. Here’s a sample of October Dublin deals:
Airfares are based on availability, and they can change quickly. Use our Deal Finder - Europe tool for the best airfare deals from your hometown to destinations across the Pond.
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Ireland remains one of the best bets for travel deals to Europe. If you’ve already made plans for summer, you can start working on your perfect fall vacation. You’ll find deals to Ireland from a range of U.S. departure cities. Check out October Ireland deals from these major cities:
Airfares are based on availability. Use our Deal Finder for cheap flights to Ireland from your hometown, and follow FareCompare deals from your airport on twitter to be the first to know about cheap flights from your airport.
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The incredible airfare sales just keep coming.
The latest: Fly Delta to Europe for under $600 roundtrip, complete with all taxes and fees.
We found roundtrip July flights from NY to Dublin for $548, from Charlotte NC to Dublin for $541.
What you need to know:
- Must stay over a Sat. night
- Travel good thru Sept. 12
- Keep dates flexible for best results
- Booking dates vary (as early as March 26)
If you opt for Dublin, remember you can fly from there to destinations all over Europe on discount carriers like Ryanair.
Some of these Delta fares are advertised, some are not - but expect them to go quickly. See Delta’s website for more.
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Spend this spring or summer exploring the main streets, back roads, and countrysides of Dublin and Shannon. Sip a pint in pubs once haunted by the great Irish writers, venture out to the Cliffs of Moher or the famous Bunratty Castle, or experience the shopping, dining, and nightlife that draw travelers to Ireland from all over the world.
Aer Lingus is offering airfare from Boston and New York to Dublin and Shannon for as low as $199+ each-way this spring and as low as $249+ each-way this summer. You’ll also find deals from over 25 “JetBlue” cities. Purchase your airline ticket by Jan. 21. Visit Aer Lingus for more details.
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