There are no non-stop flights from Dublin to Bali — it’s simply too far — so every itinerary makes one stop, usually in the Gulf or Istanbul. The upside is real competition: Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad and Turkish Airlines all connect Dublin to Denpasar, which keeps fares to Indonesia’s most popular island honest. This guide covers who flies the route, a fair return fare in euro, and when to book.
Route: Dublin (DUB) → Denpasar / Bali (DPS)
Distance: approximately 12,600 km (7,800 miles)
Non-stop flight time: no non-stop service — one stop is required
Direct flights: No — no airline flies Dublin to Bali non-stop. The quickest one-stop options run around 18–19 hours total via Doha, Abu Dhabi or Istanbul. On price the picture is different from the usual advice: the lowest fares we found were China Eastern via Shanghai at €673, with Turkish via Istanbul and Qatar via Doha from €935.
Fares from Dublin to Bali (EUR)
Bali is a year-round destination, but fares track the northern-hemisphere holidays and Bali’s own dry season. The July–August European summer and the Christmas/New Year peak are the dearest; the shoulder months of March, May and October tend to be the cheapest. The figures below are typical economy return fares in euro — the lowest are the leanest Gulf and Turkish connections, with premium timings sitting toward the top.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | high |
| February | — | medium-high |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium (Easter) |
| May | — | medium |
| June | — | medium-high |
| July | — | very high |
| August | — | very high |
| September | — | medium |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | medium-high |
| December | — | very high |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, the floor is €673 and the median €1,100, so a return under about €950 is a strong one and there is nothing in the five or six hundreds to wait for. Which carrier you pick matters more than the dates here: Turkish is the best median at €947 and Qatar €993, while Etihad — which sells most of the fares on this route — runs to €1,815 with a median of €1,522. This route returned a thinner sample than our busiest ones, so treat these as a guide.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop: none — the Dublin–Bali distance is beyond any current non-stop service, so plan on a single connection.
One-stop (the only option, and where the value is):
- Emirates via Dubai — frequent departures from Dublin and a smooth connection onward to Denpasar; strong economy product.
- Qatar Airways via Doha — often the best-value premium cabins and consistently competitive economy fares.
- Etihad via Abu Dhabi — another Gulf option with a quick Dublin connection and a modern fleet.
- Turkish Airlines via Istanbul — wide schedule and frequently the lowest headline fare, though the routing is a touch longer.
- Singapore Airlines and other carriers via a European or Asian hub — possible on some dates, usually pricier than the Gulf trio.
Because the Gulf and Turkish carriers compete hard for this traffic, they set the price. If comfort and the shortest total time matter, the Dubai and Doha connections are usually the pick; if price rules, compare Istanbul and Abu Dhabi on your exact dates.
When to book & how to save
- Book 3–5 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; long-haul fares to Bali rarely improve in the final weeks.
- Avoid the peaks if you can: July–August and the Christmas/New Year window are the busiest and most expensive.
- Aim for the shoulder months — March, May and October pair the driest Bali weather with softer fares.
- Compare all four hubs: the same trip can swing €100–€200 between Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi and Istanbul, so it pays to check each.
- Check the checked-bag rules: Gulf carriers usually include 25–30 kg to Bali, but the cheapest “light” fares may not — compare the all-in price with a bag.
Arriving in Bali
All flights land at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), just south of Kuta and about 13 km from Seminyak. There’s no train, so it’s road transport from here: an official airport taxi to the Kuta/Seminyak beaches runs roughly €10–€18, while a ride-hail app (where permitted from the designated pick-up points) is usually cheaper. Reaching Ubud in the hills takes about 60–90 minutes and costs more — pre-arranged hotel transfers are common and worth it after a long journey. Most visitors get a 30-day visa on arrival for a small fee; check the current requirement before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dublin to Bali?
There is no non-stop service, so you’ll make one connection. The quickest one-stop itineraries take about 18 to 19 hours in total via Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi or Istanbul, including the layover. Longer connections or less convenient timings can push the total past 22 hours, so compare the full journey time when you book.
Are there direct flights from Dublin to Bali?
No. No airline flies Dublin to Bali non-stop — the distance is too great for a direct service. Every option makes one stop, most commonly with Etihad (Abu Dhabi), Qatar Airways (Doha) or Turkish Airlines (Istanbul); China Eastern via Shanghai held the lowest fares we found, at €673. These one-stop fares are the standard way to reach Bali from Ireland.
How much does it cost to fly from Dublin to Bali?
A typical economy return runs about €935–€1,595, median €1,100, with the whole sample spanning €673–€1,815. The best deals start at €673 on China Eastern via Shanghai in the shoulder months, while the July–August and December peaks sit toward the top of that range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Bali?
March, May and October are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, returns started at €673. Avoid July, August and the Christmas–New Year period, which are the busiest and most expensive, and book early if you must travel then.
Which airlines fly from Dublin to Bali?
All routings involve one stop. Cheapest first in our fare data: China Eastern via Shanghai (€673–€857, the lowest on the route, though a much longer routing), Etihad via Abu Dhabi (€849–€1,815), Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (€935–€1,012) and Qatar Airways via Doha (€935–€1,589). Emirates also sells the route via Dubai but did not appear among the cheapest when we checked. Worth knowing before you default to the biggest seller: Etihad has the most fares on this route but the highest typical price, while Turkish and Qatar are consistently better value for a similar journey time.
Which airport do I fly into in Bali?
You’ll land at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), also called Denpasar or Bali airport. It’s the island’s only commercial airport, located near Kuta in the south, close to the main beach resorts and about a 60–90 minute drive from Ubud.
How far in advance should I book Dublin to Bali flights?
Aim to book 3 to 5 months ahead. Long-haul fares to Bali tend to climb as departure approaches, especially for the summer and Christmas peaks, so early booking almost always wins. Setting a fare alert for your dates helps you catch a Gulf or Turkish sale when it lands.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and travelling out and back on weekdays can trim €40–€100 from a return. Being flexible by a day or two either side of your ideal date is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
Is one stop or two better for Dublin to Bali?
A single stop is almost always the better choice — the Gulf and Turkish carriers offer one clean connection at around 18–19 hours total. Two-stop itineraries occasionally shave a few euro but add hours and another chance for a missed connection, so only take one if the saving is genuinely large.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Prices are indicative economy returns and change with demand — always check the live fare before booking.
