Dublin Airport Christmas Day 2024. The busiest day for travel in the run up to christmas is expected to be friday december 22 when around 102,000 passengers arrive and depart into dublin airport. Indulge in the festive spirit and create cherished memories this holiday season with our enchanting christmas party packages.
The tradition began in 1947 with the blessing of an aer lingus aircraft, and since 1967 has taken place on christmas day when the airport is closed. Dublin airport is looking forward to a very busy christmas with around 1.5 million passengers set to travel through our two terminals over the festive period.