The best Dublin Airport taxi service
Landing at Dublin International Airport (DUB) knowing your Dublin Airport taxi will be waiting for you, elevates your travel experience right from the start. A great benefit of booking a personalised transfer in with Welcome Pickups is that if your flight is delayed unexpectedly, your driver, who will be monitoring your flight, will update your arrival time to ensure a stress-free arrival into Dublin city centre.
Once you have landed, your driver will meet you at the airport and help you with your personal belongings as they direct you to your private vehicle. On your way to the city, our driver can give you useful information on the places worth visiting, along with recommendations for an enjoyable stay. Welcome Pickups handpicks the finest taxi drivers to provide top-rated service and a memorable experience.
Take this chance to relax and enjoy a pleasant Dublin Airport taxi ride to your hotel or apartment. You can also book a taxi to Dublin Airport on the day of your departure for door-to-door service; it will take a lot of the stress off and ensure you’ll arrive at the airport on time for your flight.
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How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport to City Centre | 61 € | 73 € | 20 MIN |
| Dublin Airport to D7 Northside | 58 € | 70 € | 15 MIN |
| Dublin Airport to D4 Area | 65 € | 78 € | 22 MIN |
| Dublin Airport to D8 Area | 70 € | 85 € | 25 MIN |
| Dublin Airport to Dun Laoghaire | 88 € | 106 € | 30 MIN |
| Dublin Airport to D6 Area | 93 € | 112 € | 35 MIN |
Price of a Dublin Airport taxi
Welcome Pickups offers a stress-free and all-inclusive Dublin Airport taxi service. Our guaranteed fixed prices eliminate the stress of watching the taximeter climb higher, as well as the risk of any hidden fees such as toll costs or surcharges for extra passengers.
Our Dublin Airport taxi service caters to all types of travellers, from solo adventurers to large groups, with a range of routes and vehicles available at varying prices. Our modern sedans can accommodate up to 3 people with luggage, while our spacious minivans can comfortably seat up to 8 passengers. For instance, if you choose one of our sleek sedans for the 20-minute drive from Dublin Airport to Dublin city centre, you’ll pay €61 during the day and €73 at night. Likewise, if you opt for a roomy minivan, the daytime price is €75 and you’ll pay €90 at nighttime.
Alternatively, Dun Laoghaire is another popular destination located approximately 20 km from the airport. The 30-minute transfer in a sedan costs €88 (daytime) and €106 (nighttime), whereas you’ll pay €110 (day) and €132 (night) for a minivan.
With a fixed quote provided ahead of time, you can book and pay in advance to avoid the fear of the unknown. Plus, a standard Dublin Airport taxi can only offer rides up to 30 km, but we provide no such restrictions – which means our reliable drivers will take you anywhere you need to go with no extra fee, even all the way to Belfast!
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Where to get a taxi at Dublin Airport?
There are two terminals at Dublin Airport, with taxi ranks located directly outside both buildings. A taxi dispatcher is available at both ranks if you need further assistance.
However, if you book your Dublin Airport taxi in advance with Welcome Pickups – there’s no need to queue at the taxi ranks and wait for a vehicle. Instead, your trained driver will meet you in the Arrivals Hall holding a sign with your name on it and accompany you to your pre-booked vehicle.
Useful tips for getting a taxi from Dublin Airport
- Standard Dublin Airport taxis calculate fares using a taximeter, which means the final fare depends on the distance travelled and time of day, with the base fare starting at €3.80.
- Local taxis charge a premium rate between 20:00 and 08:00 Monday-Saturday, Sunday, and bank holidays.
- Double-check the taximeter is turned on before starting your ride.
- Dublin Airport taxis only operate routes up to 30 km.
- Remember to keep your receipt in case you need to file a complaint or claim a lost item.
- Dublin Airport taxi waiting times extend during peak season (June-August) and school holidays. We recommend booking a Dublin Airport taxi in advance for a quick and convenient service all year round.
- You will have to pay an additional €2 if you book a standard taxi via phone.
- It’s customary to give a 10% tip to your taxi driver in Dublin.
- Dublin Airport taxi drivers accept credit card payments including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and digital wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay. Likewise, if you’d like to pay with cash, make sure to have money in the local currency (€).
- If you think you have been scammed or overcharged, write down the taxi driver’s name, ID number and the number of your taxi. You can then contact the taxi company or the National Transport Authority to file a complaint.
- To avoid being overcharged, check the route on Google Maps to make sure the driver isn’t extending the trip unnecessarily.
Pre-book a taxi from Dublin Airport to your hotel
As you descend into Dublin Airport, the thought of navigating through central Dublin to your hotel may be enough to cloud the excitement of your arrival, especially when stressing about routes and public transport. Finding your way around the busy centre via bus or rail services can be tricky, and more so if you’re carrying luggage, or travelling with family. Plus, you will probably have to walk or take a taxi from the station to your hotel’s doorstep.
That’s why pre-booking a direct Dublin Airport taxi, such as a personalised door-to-door service like Welcome Pickups, is the best choice. Plus, you can enjoy your transfer with added peace of mind thanks to our 24/7 customer service.