Gate 400s in T2 put you closest to Guinness Export House
This shop sits airside in Terminal 2, just past security and on the way to the 400-series gates, so you don’t need to backtrack far from Aer Lingus long‑haul departures. It runs daily from 04:00 to 21:00, which covers the first US bank right through the evening European flights.
Think retail more than pub: this is about bottles and gifts, not pints and barstools. You’ll see export‑only Guinness variants, limited bottles you won’t usually find in a standard Irish supermarket, and plenty of branded glassware and t‑shirts. Prices skew duty‑free tourist, not supermarket cheap, but you can still grab a couple of 4‑packs without destroying the budget.
Beer geeks get the best value from multipacks and special editions, especially anything marked as T2‑exclusive or “export strength.” The branded knitwear and jackets look sharp but often run north of €60, with hoodies and tees more in the €25–€40 range. If you just want a souvenir, the classic tulip pint glass is usually the lowest‑risk buy.
There’s no seating and no food service here, so plan on 5–10 minutes max before you move on to an actual bar or restaurant. One last thing: if your boarding pass shows a non‑EU destination, ask about duty‑free pricing at the till; that quick question can shave a few euro off larger bottle purchases.