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

Letterkenny travel guide

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You're Going to Love Letterkenny

With a population of 16,901, Letterkenny is the largest city in Donegal, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Letterkenny to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Letterkenny

If you’re looking for affordable options, Warehouse Bar & Kitchen (100 Lower main Street) and Sister Saras Gastro Pub (Port Road) are great picks.

When to visit Letterkenny

Letterkenny in November
Estimated hotel price
€84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Letterkenny in November
Estimated hotel price
€84
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Letterkenny

Plane

Although Letterkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 40 km from Letterkenny. The shortest domestic flight to Letterkenny departs from Dublin and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Letterkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 203 km from Letterkenny. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Letterkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 40 km from Letterkenny. The shortest domestic flight to Letterkenny departs from Dublin and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Letterkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 203 km from Letterkenny. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Letterkenny

NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Letterkenny

British Airways
Good (7,067 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,595 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,145 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,131 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)

Where to stay in Letterkenny

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Letterkenny, with prices from €65 to €191 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Letterkenny are about 48% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Letterkenny

Most booked hotels in Letterkenny

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Madra Rua Organic Accommodation
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
€84+
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Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€151+
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Dillons Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€112+
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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
€112+
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Shandon Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
€189+
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Clanree Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€101+
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Hiring a car in Letterkenny

Hiring a car in Letterkenny costs €46 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Letterkenny.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Letterkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.90 and €26.53. The most frequently booked car type in Letterkenny is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Letterkenny costs €46 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Letterkenny.

Expect to pay €1.66 per litre in Letterkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €19.90 and €26.53. The most frequently booked car type in Letterkenny is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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