Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Dundalk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dundalk

With a population of 33,428, Dundalk is a must-see destination in Louth, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dundalk to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Dundalk

Dundalk in December
Estimated hotel price
€83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in December
Estimated hotel price
€83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dundalk

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 65 km from Dundalk. The shortest domestic flight to Dundalk departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dundalk using Bus or National Express. From Knock, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 512 km and will cost you around €18. From Shannon, the ticket costs about €29 for a journey of 644 km.

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 65 km from Dundalk. The shortest domestic flight to Dundalk departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dundalk using Bus or National Express. From Knock, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 512 km and will cost you around €18. From Shannon, the ticket costs about €29 for a journey of 644 km.

Airports near Dundalk

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NOCKnock Intl

Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
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LOT
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk

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Ballymascanlon House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€128+
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Heritage B&B
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€97+
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Fairways Hotel Dundalk
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€118+
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Hotel Imperial Dundalk
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€125+
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Carrickdale Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€119+
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Hiring a car in Dundalk

Hiring a car in Dundalk costs €42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.91 and €26.55. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dundalk, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Dundalk costs €42 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.91 and €26.55. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dundalk, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.

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