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BOS to DUB Turbulence Forecast

Is the Boston to Dublin flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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BOS
→
DUB
Boston · Dublin · 6h 15m
52
Turb Score
6h 15m
Duration
2,540 nm
Distance
36,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for BOS–DUB

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About the BOS–DUB route

The Boston to Dublin route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 36,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines on Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 36,000 feet over a distance of 2,923 miles (2,540 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Turbulence levels on BOS–DUB

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly BOS–DUB

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on BOS–DUB

Boeing 757

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14–24
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 25+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Boston to Dublin flight turbulent?
The BOS–DUB route typically experiences light turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated. The turbulence score for this route is 52/100.
When is turbulence worst on BOS to DUB?
Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on BOS to DUB?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 757 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–24. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from BOS to DUB?
The BOS to DUB flight takes approximately 6h 15m, covering 2,923 miles (2,540 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly BOS to DUB?
The main airlines operating this route are Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines, flying Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft.