Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Alexandria: what you need to know
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Alexandria is two hours ahead of Dublin.
Leave enough time to catch your DUB to Alexandria flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DUB to Alexandria with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
DUB is about 8 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to DUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Alexandria, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, 72.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Alexandria
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Alexandria flight is $242. The cheapest price for a return flight is $330. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from DUB to Alexandria if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Dublin Airport to Alexandria is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and land a fantastic deal.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DUB to Alexandria.
Save money on your flight from Dublin Airport to Alexandria with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) is around 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
Stay moments from where you land if you're coming in on a late flight from Dublin Airport to Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool is one option near HBE. Or check in and get some rest at Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria before travelling to your final destination.
Travel at your own pace with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and discover more of Alexandria and beyond.
Booking your ride from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks before your flight from DUB to Alexandria can help you get the best possible rate.
Best time to go to Alexandria
Before securing your flights from Dublin Airport to Alexandria, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Alexandria offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Dublin Airport to Alexandria plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to Alexandria in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Alexandria, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Montazah Palace Gardens and Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Alexandria travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pompey's Pillar.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, a trip to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If there's time to check out another side of Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are the start of reasons to visit.