Ireland travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Ireland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Ireland.

Ireland travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Ireland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Ireland - quick facts
Flight time✝ 1 to 1.5 hours
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Euro
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Ireland weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
8°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Dublin8
8°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Dublin8
10°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Dublin10
12°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Dublin12
15°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Dublin15
18°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Dublin18
19°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Dublin19
19°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Dublin19
17°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Dublin17
14°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Dublin14
10°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Dublin10
9°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Dublin9
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
18 days with some rainfall in January in Dublin18
15 days with some rainfall in February in Dublin15
16 days with some rainfall in March in Dublin16
15 days with some rainfall in April in Dublin15
16 days with some rainfall in May in Dublin16
15 days with some rainfall in June in Dublin15
14 days with some rainfall in July in Dublin14
16 days with some rainfall in August in Dublin16
15 days with some rainfall in September in Dublin15
16 days with some rainfall in October in Dublin16
16 days with some rainfall in November in Dublin16
17 days with some rainfall in December in Dublin17
Sea temperature °C
9°C sea temperature in January in Dublin9
8°C sea temperature in February in Dublin8
7°C sea temperature in March in Dublin7
8°C sea temperature in April in Dublin8
10°C sea temperature in May in Dublin10
12°C sea temperature in June in Dublin12
14°C sea temperature in July in Dublin14
15°C sea temperature in August in Dublin15
14°C sea temperature in September in Dublin14
13°C sea temperature in October in Dublin13
12°C sea temperature in November in Dublin12
10°C sea temperature in December in Dublin10

The Ireland weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Dublin.

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Ireland travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Ireland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Ireland.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Ireland travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Ireland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Ireland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Ireland FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Ireland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Ireland?

Ireland is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Ireland.

Check out Department of Health, Republic of Ireland for more information.

What is the flight time to Ireland from the UK?

The flight time to Ireland from the UK is typically 1 to 1.5 hours.

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What is the time difference between Ireland and the UK?

The time difference between Ireland and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Ireland?

The main language spoken in Ireland is English.

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What is the currency in Ireland?

The currency in Ireland is the Euro (EUR).

Send money to Ireland with TransferGo*, Wise.com* and XE Money Transfers*.

Which plugs are used in Ireland?

Ireland uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts) - the same as the UK.

Which side of the road do they drive on in Ireland?

They drive on the left side of the road in Ireland.

Find out more about driving in Ireland with International Drivers Association*, RAC* and Halfords*.

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