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Travel Information
Language
English,
Irish
Irish
Currency
EUR
Dialing code
353
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 100 km/h
50 - 62 mi/h
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Hire
The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin is also the country’s main tourist hub. Home to fascinating history, varied architecture, and lots of fun things to do, it has been frequently mentioned by travel blogs as one of the best weekend getaway destinations in Europe. Here are three of its most interesting attractions:
- National Museum of Ireland. So vast are the collections of the National Museum that it is, in fact, three separate museums, each dedicated to a different theme and chapter of Irish life. The museums of Archaeology and Country Life are located right next to each other while the museum of Decorative Arts and History is on the other side of the river about a 15-minute drive away. Whether you visit just one or all three, these three branches are the best places to learn about Irish history, art, and culture.
- Dublin Castle. One of the most impressive buildings in all of Ireland, it is also one of the most historically important. Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, the castle used to be the seat of the British government in Ireland. This heritage is best exemplified by the refined state apartments which are open to tourists. Visitors can also explore the castle’s medieval basements. Dublin Castle is located next to the body of water that gave the city its name (Dubh linn means ‘the dark pool’ in Irish).
- Dublinia. Ireland has seen waves of different peoples coming to its shores over the millennia, one of the most important being the Vikings who first arrived in the late 8th century. Dedicated to the city’s Scandinavian past, Dublinia is also known as the Viking World and has been called a living museum. In addition to various exhibitions, artefacts, and restored Viking dwellings and burial places, medieval scenes of the city life are often played out by actors, with visitors encouraged to join in.
Top international routes
- London
- Amsterdam
- Manchester
- New York City
- Riga
- Vilnius Airport
Main airlines
Aer Lingus, Aer Lingus Regional, Ryanair, TUI Airways, Scandinavian Airlines, 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 hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £ 55 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 58 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 38 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 76 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 25 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 62 per day
Car hire 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 petrol station
Topaz petrol 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 hires
- Belfast (158 km / 98 mi)
- Cork (275 km / 171 mi)
- Shannon (228 km / 141 mi)
- London (590 km / 366 mi)
- Portadown (132 km / 82 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)
Airport information
Dublin Airport (DUB)
- IATA: DUB
- ICAO: EIDW
- Name: Dublin Airport (DUB)
- Size: Large Airport
- Flights per year: 215,829
- Passengers (per year): 29,582,321
- Distance from the city centre: 6.2 miles / 10 km N of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +353 1 814 1111
- Email: information.queries@dublinairport.com
Top 5 Destinations around Dublin Airport
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Knock Airport starting at £ 19.09 per day180.1 km / 111.9 miles away
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Shannon Airport starting at £ 14.88 per day192.4 km / 119.5 miles away
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Cork Airport starting at £ 14.23 per day225.5 km / 140.1 miles away
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Donegal Airport starting at £ 42.96 per day232.2 km / 144.3 miles away
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Kerry Airport starting at £ 19.09 per day255.3 km / 158.6 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
During which month is it most affordable to hire a car at Dublin Airport?
Our data show how prices for hiring a car at Dublin Airport fluctuate depending on the time of the year. This graph can assist you in finding the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car at Dublin Airport
The cheapest month to hire a car at Dublin Airport is November with prices starting at £ 10.54 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is May with prices for for a Compact class) starting at £ 40.85. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 24. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only averages. The amount of time you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices.
What’s the most popular hire length at Dublin Airport?
Hirers picking up a car at Dublin Airport keep them for an average of 7 days during in January, while those picking up their cars in October keep them for an average of 5.
Average Hire Length at Dublin Airport
Which month sees the highest demand for car hire at Dublin Airport?
Though Dublin Airport is popular for travellers all year long, the month with the highest demand for hire cars is in July. November is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | VW Polo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Ford Ka | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| SIXT | VW Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| SIXT | Toyota Yaris Aut. | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Top 13 Hire Companies at Dublin Airport in 2021
National
018445848
Car Hire Desk Dublin Airport, Terminal 2 Arrivals
Alamo
+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
£ 45 - £ 201
Europcar
+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
£ 22 - £ 95
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:45
Tue:05:00-23:45
Wed:05:00-23:45
Thu:05:00-23:45
Fri:05:00-23:45
Sat:05:00-23:45
Sun:05:00-23:45
Enterprise
+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
£ 46 - £ 203
SIXT
+35318445691
Corballis Rd S, Co. Dublin
£ 27 - £ 59
Avis
+35316057500
Dublin Airport
£ 19 - £ 376
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Alamo
018445848
Enterprise Rent A Car
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:00
Tue:05:00-23:00
Wed:05:00-23:00
Thu:05:00-23:00
Fri:05:00-23:00
Sat:05:00-23:00
Sun:05:00-23:00
Budget
35318445150
Arrivals Hall Dublin Airport
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-00:15; 05:00-23:59
Keddy
+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
£ 19 - £ 57
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:45
Tue:05:00-23:45
Wed:05:00-23:45
Thu:05:00-23:45
Fri:05:00-23:45
Sat:05:00-23:45
Sun:05:00-23:45
Budget
+35318445150
Corballis Rd S, Co. Dublin
£ 18 - £ 176
Working hours
Mon:05:00-00:00
Tue:05:00-00:00
Wed:05:00-00:00
Thu:05:00-00:00
Fri:05:00-00:00
Sat:05:00-00:00
Sun:05:00-00:00
GreenMotion
35319446866 / 35318144043
Dublin Airport, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Ace Rent a car
+35316950324 / +18778223872
Unit B4C, Airport Business Park, Cloghran, Dublin
Easirent
+35316950324
Unit B4C, Airport Business Park, Cloghran, Dublin
£ 15 - £ 244
Working hours
Mon:05:00-00:30
Tue:05:00-00:30
Wed:05:00-00:30
Thu:05:00-00:30
Fri:05:00-00:30
Sat:05:00-00:30
Sun:05:00-00:30