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Dublin Airport Car Hire
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£ 15.10
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Economy
Volkswagen Polo
or comparable
£ 17.13
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Compact
Ford Focus
or comparable
£ 21.09
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Intermediate SUV
Nissan Qashqai
or comparable
£ 31.09
/ per day
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Dublin Airport Car Hire
Standard
Opel Insignia
or comparable
£ 31.36
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Full-size
BMW 3 Series
or comparable
£ 54.10
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Premium
Audi A4
or comparable
£ 55.07
/ per day
Dublin Airport Car Hire
Luxury
Mercedes Benz E Class
or comparable
£ 148.44
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 15:57 on 2023-09-26.
Travel Information
Language
English,
Irish
Irish
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+353
Average car hire price
£ 46.67 / per day
Average car hire length
7 days
Speed limit within city centre
30 - 50 km/h
19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 120 km/h
50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.45 per litre
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.58 per litre
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.35 per litre
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.
- Dublin Writers Museum. The former home of the likes of Joyce, Shaw, Becket, and Wilde, Dublin definitely punches way above its weight when it comes to connections to world-famous authors. The best place to learn about this heritage is the unique Writer’s Museum, which boasts exhibitions on the aforementioned city’s sons, as well as a collection of quirky memorabilia.
- Wicklow Mountains National Park. Located an hour’s drive to the south, the Wicklow Mountains is one of the most popular places to take a day trip from the capital. In addition to great natural beauty and varied fauna that is especially rich in birdlife, the area is home to Glendalough, a monastic complex dating back to the 6th century.
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 £ 38 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 18 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 16 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 49 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 55 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 15 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 22 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)
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- Grimsby (499 km / 310 mi)
- Swansea (408 km / 253 mi)
Airport information
Dublin Airport (DUB)
- IATA: DUB
- ICAO: EIDW
- Name: Dublin Airport (DUB)
- Distance from the city centre: 6.2 miles / 10 km
Top 5 Destinations around Dublin Airport
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Car Hire at Kerry Airport starting at £ 20.68 per day258.6 km / 160.7 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire at Dublin Airport the most affordable?
Our data shows how prices for hiring a car at Dublin Airport fluctuate depending on the season. This graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day at Dublin Airport
The best month to hire a car at Dublin Airport is February — when the average price for a hire is £ 21.98 per day. This is 48% less than the yearly average and 63% less than hiring a car in August (when the average price is £ 59.30 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
What’s the usual hire length for renters at Dublin Airport?
Car hire lengths differ depending on the time of year: in July, the average hire length is 8 days, while in January, it is only 6 days.
Average number of hire days at Dublin Airport
Which time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Dublin Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Dublin Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car at Dublin Airport in August in comparison to hiring a car in in January.
Monthly searches at Dublin Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Hire Information
| Popular suppliers | Budget, Easirent, SIXT, Flizzr, Alamo |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars, SUVs |
| Lowest price | £ 15 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Easirent |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Volkswagen Polo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Budget | Ford Ka | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Skoda Citigo | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an 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, verified, and trustworthy.
MG
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
12 September 2023
Birr castle, Slieve bloom mountains, local fairy walk and Bord na Mona walk.
PL
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
22 August 2023
I visited Tuam in Co Galway. The purpose was to see the Saw Doctors gig. It was a brilliant weekend.
LR
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
14 August 2023
Nature and visiting family
GC
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
10 August 2023
Visiting family
BC
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Up
10 August 2023
We had an excellent time in Dublin for 2 days and we then went on to Wicklow to a Wedding which was just fabulous.
JH
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
2 August 2023
Ireland is great.
IB
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
27 July 2023
THE CAR WAS A BIG ENOUGH FOR MY LUGGAGE INCLUDING MY GOLF BAG WITH FRIEND AND HIS LUGE AND GOLF BAG
DW
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
24 July 2023
Drove to Wicklow and Leitrim for few days great trip
AH
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
9 July 2023
Big Bus Tour Hop on Hop off with Guiness Storehouse tour included was well worth it. Pay the bit extra and have your face in a pint of Guiness. Malahide definitely worth a visit as a lovely place.
KB
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
18 June 2023
Loved Dublin and the Depeche Mode concert.
JM
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
9 June 2023
Home for family funeral stayed in lovely countryside air b and b
SB
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
9 June 2023
Visiting family....weather was great..
JO
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
7 June 2023
Went to 30th birthday party in Donegal. The scenery was amazing. Fantastic beaches.
TO
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
4 June 2023
Galway and the West of Ireland is definitely worth a visit. Gslmont hotel in Galway and the strand in Limerick were both excellent.
SL
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
24 May 2023
I was going home. Nothing can beat that
MC
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
23 May 2023
Great driving around looking at the beautiful scenery,will definitely be back
PC
United Kingdom
VW Polo
15 May 2023
Went over to Galway for 40 th anniversary of Galway branch of Leeds United supporters club.
RL
New Zealand
Ford Fiesta
4 May 2023
Saw Irish hares and the first puffins of the summer season
SP
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Up
26 April 2023
We had great weather every day and amazing scenery on the Wild Atlantic Way
ED
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
19 April 2023
Very good - visit to family
Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
Alamo
9.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
Easirent
7.7 / 10
Total number of reviews
250
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
£ 46.67
Lowest daily price
£ 15.10
Total cars available
181
Top 12 Hire Companies at Dublin Airport in 2023
Alamo
+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
£ 20 - £ 163
Enterprise
+353018445848
Eastlands Car Hire Facility Cloghran, Swords, Dubber, Dublin
£ 21 - £ 164
Hertz
+353018445466
DUBLIN AIRPORT T1/T2
£ 22 - £ 166
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
SIXT
+35318445691
Corballis Rd S, Co. Dublin
£ 21 - £ 163
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:59
Tue:05:00-23:59
Wed:05:00-23:59
Thu:05:00-23:59
Fri:05:00-23:59
Sat:05:00-23:59
Sun:05:00-23:59
Flizzr
+35318445691
Terminal 1 and 2 Dublin Airport, Dublin
£ 29 - £ 423
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:59
Tue:05:00-23:59
Wed:05:00-23:59
Thu:05:00-23:59
Fri:05:00-23:59
Sat:05:00-23:59
Sun:05:00-23:59
Avis
+35316057500
Dublin Airport
£ 21 - £ 161
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
Thrifty
018445466
Dublin Airport T1/T2
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Budget
+35318445150
Arrivals Hall Terminal 1 & 2 Dublin Airport Dublin Co. Dublin K67 E4P2
£ 17 - £ 263
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
National
018445848
Car Hire Desk Dublin Airport
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
Keddy
+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
£ 24 - £ 70
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
Europcar
+35318122800
TERMINALS 1 AND 2, DUBLIN AIRPORT
£ 21 - £ 84
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
Easirent
+35316950324
Collinstown Business Park, Swords Road, Cloghran, K67 C7D0
£ 15 - £ 153
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
Why book with us?
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Awards
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