US to Germany connecting in Dublin - how much time needed to transfer?
Flying from US to Germany via Aer Lingus, both legs, connecting flight is in the same Dublin terminal (2) and arrival is in early morning (6 AM). Is 1.5 hours enough time to get through immigration/customs to the gate? Three passengers, 2 Americans, 1 European. I'm guessing we're okay, since it's not a crazy bustling airport, same airline, early morning, but just want to make sure.
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Contrary to what the other answer states, transit at Dublin does involve a special transit immigration check by the Irish INIS.
That said, should this cause you to miss your flight, you will be re-booked onto the next flight, since the trip is in one booking
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How long do you need for a connecting flight in Dublin?
We advise you allow 2.5 hours for a short-haul flight departure time, and 3.5 hours for a long-haul flight departure time. If checking a bag, verify your airline's check-in & bag drop desk opening times, and if possible, allow up to one hour of additional time to check-in luggage.Is 1 hour enough for connecting flights in Dublin?
One hour is enough time for your connection, assuming your Are Lingus flights are on one ticket. Aer Lingus operates out of T2, so you won't have a change of terminal. The departing gate may be in T1, but that makes no difference as all gates are accessible airside from both terminals.Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Dublin?
Do I have to go through US Preclearance for a connecting flight? If you are travelling from Dublin to the US on your connecting flight you can use the Preclearance facility in Dublin and will not have to go through US customs when you land.How much time do you need for a connecting flight to Europe?
The rule of thumb is to allow a minimum of 3 hours between flights if they are not part of the same ticket. Keep also in mind that should you miss your connection, you will not be protected by the EU Regulation 261/2004. As such, you won't be entitled to compensation for your missed connecting flight.Flying Alone for the First Time | Connecting Flight Procedure | How to Catch a Connecting Flight
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