It's the first restriction-free Christmas we've had since 2019, and Dublin Airport is preparing for a very busy festive period.
Around 1.5 million people are expected to arrive and depart between Friday, December 16th and Wednesday, January 4th.
The number of people travelling this year up by around 95% when compared to the same period last year.
The Dublin Airport Authority is urging those who are heading on a short-haul flight to arrive in the terminal two hours before their take-off time, and three hours in advance if it's a long-haul flight.
Friday, December 23rd is typically a day of reunions and emotional scenes in the arrivals hall, and this year is no different. An estimated 98,000 passengers are expected to arrive, and depart, two days before Christmas.
Airport spokesperson, Graeme McQueen says that "the true magic of Christmas at Dublin Airport will be back this December with families from around the world once again fully free to enjoy Christmas together following two very disrupted years due to the Covid pandemic."
"The arrivals halls in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport are heart-warming places to be at this time of year as people are re-united with loved ones."
Dublin Airport’s 12 Airport Tips for Christmas
- Check which terminal you're departing from
- Plan to arrive at the airport 2hrs before a short-haul flight, 3hrs before long-haul + 1 additional hour if checking in a bag
- Check what time your airline's check-in desk/bag drop opens
- Place laptops and electronics in a separate tray
- Have your liquids under 100ml in a clear re-sealable bag
- Take off boots, heels and shoes with metal buckles as you approach the x-ray machine
- Remove jackets, scarves, hats and bulky outer garments
- Don’t wrap gifts
- Don’t bring snow globes in your hand luggage
- Don’t bring butter, brandy butter, cranberry sauce in your hand luggage
- Bring an empty water bottle to refill after security at one of our hydration stations
- Wish our staff a Happy Christmas as you pass through!
