Car Hire at Knock Airport
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Mini
Toyota Aygo or comparable
£8.62 per day
Economy
Ford Fiesta or comparable
£10.16 per day
Compact Crossover
Ford Puma or comparable
£19.65 per day
Intermediate SUV
Hyundai Tucson or comparable
£31.61 per day
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Standard SUV
Nissan Qashqai or comparable
£15.82 per day
Full-size SUV
Nissan Qashqai or comparable
£24.28 per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz E class or comparable
£255.78 per day
Mini
Kia Picanto or comparable
£8.80 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 22:06 on 18/04/2025. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel information
Languages
English, Irish
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+353
Average car hire price
£47 per day
Average car hire length
5 days
Speed limit within city centre
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 120 km/h or 50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
£1.37 per litre or £5.19 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.37 per litre or £5.19 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.57 per litre or £5.94 per gallon
Airport travel guide
Also known as Ireland West, this small international airport serves not just the village of Knock, but also the larger County Mayo. Located in the northwestern corner of the country, it is somewhat underrated as a tourist destination but offers scenic beaches, plenty of history, and a remote, untamed atmosphere for those who dare to visit. Here are three of Mayo’s most interesting attractions:
- Leenaun. A small, but lively village on the coast of Killary fjord which is one of the only three fjords in Ireland, Leenaun (or Leenane) has a number of interesting attractions. These include the Sheep and Wool Center dedicated to the history of this locally important industry, as well as natural sites like Delphi and Maam Valleys and Devilsmother mountain. Leenaun is located along the Wild Atlantic Way, one of the most stunning drives in all of Ireland.
- Achill Island. The largest of Ireland’s islands, Achill is home to a number of historical attractions such as Carrickkildavnet Castle (also known as Grace O’Malley’s Castle for those not daring to pronounce its full Irish name), Kill Damhnait Castle, an abandoned Franciscan monastery, and an abandoned village near Slievemore mountain. Each of these tells an important story of the island's past. Connected to the mainland by the Michael Davitt Bridge, the island becomes quite lively with holiday-makers during the summer months; in winters, it’s much emptier and, arguably, more atmospheric.
- Castlebar. The largest settlement and county town of Mayo, Castlebar often serves as a hub for exploring the rest of the region, mainly thanks to having some of Mayo’s best restaurants and hotels. There’s also plenty of interesting things to see, including churches of Catholic and other denominations, Horkan’s Garden and Pet Center, Mayo Memorial Peace Park, and even a gin trail celebrating Castlebar’s long and proud traditions of making that particular beverage (for obvious reasons, the trail is best enjoyed after your day’s driving is done).Meanwhile, in the neighboring village of Turlough, you’ll find the National Museum of Country Life, the only branch of the national museum located outside of Dublin.
Top international routes
- London
- Liverpool
- East Midlands
- Faro
- Manchester
- Birmingham
Main airlines
Ryanair, Flybe, Aer Lingus, AlbaStar, and Evelop Airlines
Terminals
The single airport terminal has two floors with the ground floor divided into an arrivals hall and a departures hall.
Location
Knock Airport is about 20 km (12.5 mi) northeast of the village of Knock, about 55 km (34 mi) south of Sligo, and about 89 km (55 mi) north of Galway.
Most popular types of hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £19 per day
- Large cars - starting at £9 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £9 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £256 per day
- Small cars - starting at £9 per day
- SUVs - starting at £16 per day
Services and facilities
Although the airport is quite small, you’ll find some coffee shops, pubs, and restaurants serving local Irish cuisine, as well as a few shops, including a newsstand and a duty-free outlet, which is in the departures area. There are also ATMs, a currency exchange in both the departures and the arrivals areas, a first aid clinic, a lost property office at the information desk, the Ireland West aviation gallery, and a prayer hall. The airport facilities are equipped for passengers with reduced mobility. Like any other airport in the EU, Knock Airport offers special assistance, but make sure to get in touch with your airline at least 48 hours before arrival if you’d like this service. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest petrol station
Charlestown Service Station at Ballyhaunis Road, Lavy Beg, can be reached in about six minutes and is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. There are many other gas stations near Knock Airport.
Popular one-way hires
- Dublin (204 km / 127 mi)
- Galway (89 km / 55 mi)
- Cork (271 km / 168 mi)
Airport information
Knock Airport (NOC)
- IATA: NOC
- ICAO: EIKN
- Name: Knock Airport (NOC)
- Distance from the city centre: 3.1 miles / 5 km
Top 5 locations near Knock Airport
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129.8 km / 80.7 miles
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134.5 km / 83.6 miles
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176.5 km / 109.7 miles
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198 km / 123 miles
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231.1 km / 143.6 miles
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire at Knock Airport the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car at Knock Airport fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day at Knock Airport
The best month to hire a car at Knock Airport is February — when the average price for a hire is £10.68 per day. This is 53% less than the yearly average and 78% less than hiring a car in August (when the average price is £49.49 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.
For how long do most travellers hire cars for at Knock Airport?
How long travellers keep their hire cars depends on the time of year: in April, the average hire length is 6 days, while in January, it is only 4 days.
Average number of hire days at Knock Airport
What time of year sees the highest demand for car hire at Knock Airport?
Given the number of users searching for a car at Knock Airport, there is a higher probability of travellers hiring a car in May in comparison to hiring a car in in October.
Monthly searches at Knock Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car hire information
| Popular suppliers | Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, Car Hire, Avis |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Large cars, Medium cars, SUVs |
| Lowest price | £9 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Budget |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Budget | Volkswagen Polo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Budget | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Budget | Kia Picanto | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Ford Ka | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Nissan Juke | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Budget | Ford Fiesta | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
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.
MN
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
22/03/2025
Visited family and went nice places, White Fathers caves are amazing.
KB
United Kingdom
Nissan Qashqai
19/03/2025
Visiting family, Stayed in West Port, traveled around, met some wounderful friendly people, excelent food ,
BD
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
27/01/2025
Massive storms ..good to have a reliable vehicle
SS
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
23/01/2025
To visit family which we do twice yearly and always hire a car
CF
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
04/09/2024
A great walking holiday in a wonderful country
MD
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
10/08/2024
Restaurants were great we were at a family reunion
ME
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
01/07/2024
Weather could have been better but Cong, Kylemore Abbey and Connamara were brilliant. Pat Cohen's restaurant in Cong is worth a special mention for the incredible food.
MH
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
30/06/2024
We stayed at The Sheraton in Athlone town and The Hodson Bay also in Athlone but not the center both were excellent. There are many bars and restaurants in Athlone too many to mention but alk busy and good food.
VM
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
27/06/2024
Limerick was a friendly and fun city to visit.
PW
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
19/06/2024
Large body scratch and damage over left wing on picking car up , didn’t effect safety or drive ability but was referred to as scratch on hub cap !
KW
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
10/05/2024
Co Mayo is beautiful. We visited Belmullet for Mayo Day fun, Clew Bay Cruises, Westport ( great restaurants were MJ Hobans, Arnos) Great pubs were The Porthouse and Matt Molloys. Connemara visitors Centre and Kylemore Abbey and gardens were lovely. 
CW
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
06/05/2024
Visited family
TG
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
30/04/2024
It was a funeral.
PW
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
28/04/2024
clean air and no rain
SP
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
22/04/2024
Visiting family
GT
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
13/04/2024
Had to go to a Funeral but everything went alright
MM
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
11/04/2024
Just visiting family,
SA
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
08/04/2024
Fantastic family reunion
CC
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
25/03/2024
Pity about the weather. Can't blame anyone for that.
SF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
12/03/2024
Great break
PF
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
09/03/2024
Short break to see family.
JC
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
28/01/2024
Family visit , amazing
TJ
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
21/01/2024
No water in stern bottle
TN
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
01/09/2023
visitng family
DM
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
11/08/2023
Visiting family, the Independencey of having a car made it much easier to visit them all.
MK
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
08/08/2023
Visiting family and sightseeing
DH
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
25/07/2023
Had a drive about visiting family. All meals were very good. Plenty to do and see.
AF
United Kingdom
Kia Picanto
25/06/2023
Over seeing family needed the car to get around the car was excellent
JT
United Kingdom
Ford Puma
22/06/2023
Visits to Castlebar, Westport, Achill Island. All lovely especially Keem Bay on Achill. 
PF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
04/05/2023
Visited Clare Island and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
BG
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
07/04/2022
Very easy and smooth process
ML
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
06/11/2021
Fantastic value for money, great service, great choice of cars
GC
United Kingdom
Ford Kuga
25/10/2021
Fabulous place. Will definitely return.
Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
Budget
9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Car Hire
7.8 / 10
Total number of reviews
64
Total rental companies
5
Average daily price
£46.84
Lowest daily price
£8.62
Total cars available
53
Top 5 suppliers at Knock Airport in 2025
+353949367577
Knock Airport, Knock, Co. Mayo, F12 C6X9
£9 - £256
Working hours
Mon:
09:00 - 17:00
Tue:
09:00 - 17:00
Wed:
09:00 - 17:00
Thu:
09:00 - 17:00
Fri:
09:00 - 17:00
Sat:
09:00 - 17:00
Sun:
09:00 - 17:00
Hertz
+3530719144068
Horan International Airport
Knock , Ireland
£15 - £32
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 18:00
Tue:
08:00 - 17:00
Wed:
08:00 - 17:00
Thu:
08:00 - 17:00
Fri:
08:00 - 19:00
Sat:
08:00 - 17:00
Sun:
08:30 - 18:30
Europcar
+35361206094
MAIN TERMINAL, KNOCK AIRPORT
£15 - £35
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 17:00
Tue:
08:00 - 16:15
Wed:
08:00 - 16:30
Thu:
08:00 - 17:00
Fri:
08:00 - 17:30
Sat:
08:00 - 16:15
Sun:
08:00 - 17:00
Keddy
+35361206094
MAIN TERMINAL, KNOCK AIRPORT
£17 - £37
Working hours
Mon:
08:00 - 17:00
Tue:
08:00 - 16:15
Wed:
08:00 - 16:30
Thu:
08:00 - 17:00
Fri:
08:00 - 17:30
Sat:
08:00 - 16:15
Sun:
08:00 - 17:00
Car Hire
+353061206094
Main Arrivals Hall, Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport Knock), Co Mayo, F12 T1K8
£10 - £19
Working hours
Mon:
08:30 - 16:30
Tue:
08:30 - 16:30
Wed:
08:00 - 16:00
Thu:
08:30 - 18:30
Fri:
08:30 - 18:00
Sat:
08:30 - 16:00
Sun:
08:30 - 16:00
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