Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car
United States
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Cavan travel guide

Cavan Tourism | Cavan Guide

You're Going to Love Cavan

With a population of 6,388, Cavan is the largest city in Cavan, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Cavan deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Cavan

Cavan in January
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cavan in January
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cavan

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 59 miles from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, Iberia, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 11h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 59 miles from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, Iberia, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 11h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 63 miles from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Cavan

Airlines serving Cavan

Lufthansa
Good (8,256 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,244 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,628 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (977 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,667 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,283 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,538 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (433 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,722 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,443 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,382 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Cavan

Most booked hotels in Cavan

Hawthorn Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 482 reviews)
$120+
Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1900 reviews)
$167+
Hotel Kilmore
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2030 reviews)
$158+
The Seven Horseshoes Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 32 reviews)
$85+
Farnham Estate Spa and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3605 reviews)
$184+
Cavan Crystal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1994 reviews)
$143+

Renting a car in Cavan

Renting a car in Cavan costs $71 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $8.21 per gallon in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $98.57 and $131.43. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cavan costs $71 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $8.21 per gallon in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $98.57 and $131.43. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.