Compare: Dublin→London (463 km) vs Dublin→Paris (781 km). Dublin → London wins by 318 km (41%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026
463 km
288 miles · Flight: ~1h 5min · Drive: ~7h 31min
✓ Shorter route
781 km
485 miles · Flight: ~1h 29min · Drive: ~12h 41min
Difference: 318 km (41%) · Flight time difference: ~24 min
Dublin → London is the shorter route at 463 km, which is 318 km (41%) shorter than Dublin → Paris. You would save approximately 24 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Dublin → London | Dublin → Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 463 | 781 |
| Distance (miles) | 288 | 485 |
| Flight time | ~1h 5min | ~1h 29min |
| Driving time | ~7h 31min | ~12h 41min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~602 km | ~1,015 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
The Dublin to London route covers 463 km (288 miles), staying within Europe. Dublin (population: 554,554) is located in Leinster, Ireland, while London (population: 8,982,000) is in England, United Kingdom.
The Dublin to Paris route covers 781 km (485 miles), remaining within Europe. Dublin (population: 554,554) is in Leinster, Ireland, and Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France.
Flying from Dublin to London takes approximately 1h 5min, while Dublin to Paris takes 1h 29min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 7h 31min for the first route and 12h 41min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Dublin, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between London and Paris as a destination.
The 318 km difference between these routes is substantial and will significantly impact travel time and cost.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 602 km and 1,015 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 413 km of driving.
London (United Kingdom) has a population of 8,982,000 and is located in the England region of Europe. As a major metropolis, it offers extensive international connections and diverse attractions.
Paris (France) has a population of 2,161,000 and is situated in Île-de-France, Europe. This city serves as an important regional hub with solid connectivity.
Choose Dublin → London if minimizing travel distance and flight time is your priority. The 318 km difference means a significant saving in fuel, time, and potentially cost. Choose Dublin → Paris if the destination itself is more important than the journey length.
London is closer at 463 km, which is 318 km (41%) shorter.
463 km (288 miles). Flight: ~1h 5min.
781 km (485 miles). Flight: ~1h 29min.
Flying to London is faster at ~1h 5min, saving about 24 min compared to Paris.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.