Car Rental at Dublin Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Mini
Fiat 500
or similar
€10.14
per day
Economy
Volkswagen Polo
or similar
€12.55
per day
Compact
Opel Astra
or similar
€16.80
per day
Intermediate
Skoda Octavia
or similar
€27.65
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Standard
Opel Insignia
or similar
€29.01
per day
Premium
Audi A4
or similar
€46.49
per day
Full-size
BMW 3 Series
or similar
€50.09
per day
Luxury
BMW 5 Series
or similar
€158.60
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:37 PM on 10/22/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English, Irish
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+353
Average car rental price
€44 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 120 km/h or 50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
€1.78 per liter or €6.74 per gallon
Lowest gas price
€1.70 per liter or €6.44 per gallon
Highest gas price
€1.89 per liter or €7.15 per gallon
Airport travel guide
The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin is both the most international place in the country and the epitome of Irishness. Whether you’re looking for museums, history, nightlife, or easy access to Ireland’s beautiful nature, Dublin has it all. These are five of the most interesting attractions in and around it:
- EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. A modern and popular institution that was recognized by the World Travel Awards as recently as 2020, the interactive Emigration Museum covers everything from groups that arrived in Ireland 1,500 years ago to the Irish Famine and subsequent exodus to North America of a large percentage of the population. Visit the museum’s official website to learn more about different exhibitions and admission.
- National Maritime Museum. Appropriately located in the former Mariners’ Church which was built for Irish seafarers in 1837, this one is another of the Irish capital's really fascinating museums. There are a number of interesting artifacts and exhibits on display, as well as models of famous Irish ships like the RMS Leinster. The museum is in the suburb town of Dún Laoghaire and can be reached by car from the city center in about 35 minutes.
- Wicklow Mountains National Park. One of the six national parks of the Republic of Ireland, this popular day trip is about an hour’s drive south of Dublin. Attractions include both the network of hiking trails that snake through an impressive landscape of highlands, forests, valleys, and wetlands and the valley of Glendalough which is home to a 6th-century monastic complex.
- The Guinness Storehouse. Located at St. James Gate Brewery, this popular tourist attraction celebrates the history of the famous beer company, Guinness. Since its opening in the year 2000, it has received over 20 million visitors. Travel through seven floors to learn about beer production and its famous advertising through the ages and enjoy a pint of Guinness when you reach the top floor. The bar offers 360-degree panoramic views of Dublin, and it’s the perfect place to savor a pint.
- St Mary's Pro-Cathedral. Catholicism has always been and remains a major part of Irish culture, so it’s little wonder that one of the city’s main churches is also a famous landmark among local and foreign visitors alike. Dating back to the early 19th century, the cathedral is on Marlborough Street near a number of other notable attractions.
Top international routes
- London
- Amsterdam
- Manchester
- Edinburgh
- Birmingham
- Malaga
- Faro
- Paris
Main airlines
Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Canada, Ryanair, American Airlines, British Airways, Swiss, KLM, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines
Terminals
There are two—Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 (with the adjoining pier E). There are no shuttle buses or railways between them, but they’re connected by a covered walkway. The walk takes only about five minutes.
Location
Dublin Airport is about 10 km (6.2 mi) from the city center. Motorways M1 and M50 are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of rental car
Car rental desks
There are car rental desks in both airport terminals. In Terminal 1, you’ll find them right after entering the arrivals hall. In Terminal 2, they’re located in the multi-story car park connected to the terminal.
Services and facilities
There are many cafés, bars, and restaurants, as well as stores. You’ll also find ATMs, lounges, a pharmacy, a baby changing room, and an airport church. The baggage storage service is located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 and is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest gas station
Topaz gas station is located just outside Dublin Airport, on Collinstown Road. It can be reached in less than five minutes and is open 24/7.
Popular one-way rentals
- Belfast (158 km / 98 mi)
- Cork (275 km / 171 mi)
- Shannon (228 km / 141 mi)
- London (590 km / 366 mi)
- Holyhead Port (119 km / 74 mi)
- Wolverhampton (374 km / 232 mi)
- Wrexham (268 km / 166 mi)
- Grimsby (499 km / 310 mi)
- Swansea (408 km / 253 mi)
Fact checked by
Lauren Yakiwchuk
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Airport info
Dublin Airport (DUB)
- IATA: DUB
- ICAO: EIDW
- Name: Dublin Airport (DUB)
- Distance from city: 6.2 miles / 10 km
Top 5 locations near Dublin Airport
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176.5 km / 109.7 miles away
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225.1 km / 139.9 miles away
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230.9 km / 143.5 miles away
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258.6 km / 160.7 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Dublin Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Dublin Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Dublin Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Dublin Airport is February — when rental costs average €15.53 per day. This is 50% cheaper than the yearly average and 68% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average €48.60 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Dublin Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 8 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average number of rental days at Dublin Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Dublin Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Dublin Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches at Dublin Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Popular suppliers | Budget, Easirent, Flizzr, SIXT, Alamo |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | €10 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Easirent |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Flizzr | Volkswagen T-Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Volkswagen Polo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Budget | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | VW T-Cross | 5 | 1 | SUVs |
FAQ
Can we cross into Northern Ireland?
Yes, It is possible to cross the border into Northern Ireland with a rental car. You need to get permission fro the rental company in advance and will also be charged an additional fee.
Is it cheaper to book online or at the rental office when you arrive?
If you pay at the counter you will enjoy the rates imposed directly by the rental company while booking online with us, you can take advantage of rates that we have negotiated based on large volumes and thereby being lower. Also, just as with airline prices, last-minute rates can be significantly higher.
Is it possible to rent diesel cars?
Yes, we have a variety of categories where cars are guaranteed to be diesel models.
When returning the car, is the deposit returned or refunded to the card if everything is in order?
Once the car is returned and is confirmed to have no damage, the rental company will unblock the deposit for the customer, though this may take up to 20 days.
How old do I have to be to rent a car in Dublin?
Most rental companies serving Dublin Airport require drivers to be at least 25 years old. Notable exceptions are Sixt, which requires renters to be at least 21, and Easirent which rents to drivers that are at least 23. Both of these companies charge an extra fee to those under 25.
Can I rent a car in Dubin if I am 75? If so, is there any additional fee?
Not all rental companies at Dublin Airport will rent to drivers that are over 75. For example, Easirent does not rent to anyone over 74. For those companies that do rent to older drivers, there is no additional fee as there is for younger drivers. Be sure to search using your age to see which companies will allow you to rent a vehicle from them.
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
JN
United States of America (USA)
VW T-Roc
10/7/24
Great trip, really bad experience dealing with car rental company after they overcharged me for the rental.
DM
Poland
Renault Clio
10/7/24
We visited powerscourt waterfall and Wicklow mountains. Beautiful spots to have a trip
GG
United States of America (USA)
Kia Sportage
10/1/24
Great sites to see in Ireland. We drove between cities, which gave us some freedom. We walked a lot once we got where we were going (ie, very little driving within cities).
SW
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 2008
10/1/24
All of Ireland is beautiful with wonderful people.
CF
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
9/25/24
We had wonderful experiences throughout Ireland. Liked Dublin, so much to do. Didn’t get to spend enough time in Galway but lovely there. Loved Dingle and want to go back and spend more time there. Really liked trip over to Kilkenny by way of Rock of Cashel. Very glad we were able to rent a car!!!
AN
United States of America (USA)
VW Golf
9/22/24
Glad we bought full insurance with no deductible. Put our mind at ease when driving throughout the Wild Atlantic Way.
Our travel consisted of Dublin, Killkenney, Cobh, Cork, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Sleigh Head Drive, Dongle , Galway and Connamara National Park. Enjoyed the natural beauty along the west coast and the small Irish towns. Port Magee was a pleasant surprise!
DP
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris
9/16/24
Had a very good experience exploring Ireland and appreciated the quality and ease of the car rental in the process.
TE
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris
9/13/24
Car rental was for a complete trip around Ireland. Everything was as described. Glad to have all the recommended insurance even though we we ended up not needing it.
PS
Czech Republic
Toyota Corolla
8/28/24
The routes in Ireland take a bit longer than the GPS in phone shows you - either traffic or narrow roads usually extend the expected arrival, so plan a reserve for the driving times.
BW
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Cross
8/22/24
Driving from Dublin to Kylemore Abbey near Galway was full of phenomenal views and narrow roads. Absolutely worth renting something with lane assist if you are unfamiliar with the tight areas.
RS
United States of America (USA)
Ford Focus
7/8/24
The people of Ireland are amazing. The speed of driving on rural roads is frightening. Getting off the beaten paths of the Cliff's of Moher and Giant's Causeway was amazing. Hidden gems throughout the entirety of the trip. Talk with Airbnb hosts and locals to find the gems.
WB
Ireland
Ford Fiesta
6/30/24
Great experience through slea head drive n ring of kerry
LC
Canada
Ford Fiesta
6/23/24
Visiting family.
MF
New Zealand
VW Polo
6/23/24
Interesting history from neolithic to 'modern' times.
AS
United States of America (USA)
VW Jetta Aut.
6/22/24
blarney castle, giants causeway, Guinness syorehouse
RP
Australia
Seat Arona
6/6/24
Spending a month in Ireland was amazing. The country has stunning scenery, there is so much history, and the people are super friendly. Allow yourself plenty of time as there is so much to see and do on this island.
MM
Australia
Ford Focus Aut.
5/22/24
Tracking down Family history, in and around Kildysart Co Clare, and went very well
LS
Spain
Volkswagen T-Cross
5/21/24
Visiting the nature, parks, village around Dundalk. Restaurant recommended in the town, food vs price perfect
OR
Austria
Toyota Corolla STW
5/15/24
We made a 3400 km trip around Ireland. Great experience!
DM
Canada
Ford Fiesta
5/13/24
23 days, too much for a comment
MU
United Kingdom
Ford Puma
5/6/24
I nice dinner with friends and family, visi to Guinness
KD
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
5/2/24
A great time. Took more side roads and went slower to see countryside.
Car did well. Odd for us (USA) to not have backup camera
Fuel in car process was easy
KW
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
4/30/24
Site seeing. Hiking.
MS
Australia
Toyota Corolla
4/26/24
Just nice to be back in Ireland
CA
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Cross
4/23/24
Wish I we had more time
SC
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Roc
4/18/24
Traveled from Dublin to Belfast to Bushmills to Donegal and back to Dublin. Fantastic adventure!!!
GG
Canada
Toyota Yaris
4/17/24
Bad weather for the full time lessened our enjoyment but good none the less
SA
Ireland
Ford Puma
4/13/24
Here's my experience, my wife's car broke down. So to save myself from being a taxi , I rented a car for a week. That's all
KS
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Qashqai
3/31/24
We had an issue with the running lights and headlights. We did have to return the car back to the airport for another car. Everyone was very nice and responsive.
JA
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
3/16/24
We drove across all of Ireland. This car was the perfect size for all the small roads we were on. The gas/mph was also really nice.
KL
Germany
Toyota Yaris
2/19/24
The car was almost brand new and very clean. I also got good advice from online help.
AM
Malta
Volkswagen Jetta
2/13/24
Nature, food and pubs and restaurants
JS
Netherlands
Toyota Yaris Aut.
1/25/24
I would highly recommend Cashel, Doolin and Sligo for some amazing pubs, great food and also sights.
TD
France
Renault Clio
1/7/24
Dublin is wonderful and landscapes around are beautiful
HM
United Kingdom
Nissan Qashqai
12/6/23
Family wedding
JG
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
12/6/23
In country for a funeral so car booking regime made it just that bit easier.
VS
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Yaris
12/5/23
Road tripping Ireland was beautiful.
NH
France
Peugeot 2008
12/1/23
Work reasons
MB
Malaysia
Volkswagen Golf
10/26/23
Great sights and helpful people both in Ireland👌👍
JO
Canada
Volkswagen Passat STW
10/16/23
Family visit and drove Atlantic way on west coast
TA
United States of America (USA)
Toyota Corolla
10/15/23
All of Ireland is a must!
TH
Canada
Volkswagen Tiguan
10/12/23
Glorious Ireland and Northern Ireland! Dramatic scenery, extremely happy and helpful people. Great food and unlimited supply of Guinness!
MH
Canada
Peugeot 108
9/28/23
Ireland is amazing, the whole trip was great!
AO
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
9/26/23
Combined work and leisure
JZ
Canada
Toyota Yaris Aut.
9/26/23
Ceide Fields on the Wild Atlantic Way; Cliffs of Moher
KP
Australia
Ford Focus Aut.
9/16/23
Ireland is amazing. The countryside was beautiful & breathtaking at times, from the Antrim coastal route, Achill peninsular, dingle peninsular, beare peninsular to giants causeway, slieve league & cliffs.
MM
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Up
9/14/23
The freedom of having my own vehicle allowed me to divert and visit castles, archeological sites, etc., throughout my visit to Ireland at whim.
AA
Italy
Fiat 500
9/13/23
Ireland is simply amazing. We traveled along the wild atlantic way from South to North and along the causeway coastal rout in Northern Ireland
ML
Italy
Volkswagen Polo
9/12/23
seascapes, sea-life, cliffs, mountains, loughs, trails and pathways
TK
United States of America (USA)
VW Tiguan Aut.
9/11/23
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Enterprise
9.1 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Easirent
6.2 / 10
Total number of reviews
361
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
€43.92
Lowest daily price
€10.14
Total cars available
278
Top 12 suppliers at Dublin Airport in 2024
+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
€19 - €117
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:00
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+35318445691
Terminal 1 and 2 Dublin Airport, Dublin
€29 - €433
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:59
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+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
€20 - €125
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Hertz
+353018445466
DUBLIN AIRPORT T1/T2
€14 - €156
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
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Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
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+35318445691
Corballis Rd S, Co. Dublin
€23 - €107
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+35318445150
Arrivals Hall Terminal 1 & 2 Dublin Airport Dublin Co. Dublin K67 E4P2
€12 - €93
Working hours
Mon:05:00-00:00
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018445466
Dublin Airport T1/T2
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+35316057500
Dublin Airport
€14 - €91
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
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+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
€18 - €90
Working hours
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National
018445848
Dublin Airport (DUB)
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+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
€17 - €49
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Mon:05:00-23:45
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+35316950324
Collinstown Business Park, Swords Road, Cloghran, K67 C7D0
€10 - €186
Working hours
Mon:05:00-00:30
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