Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Cavan travel guide

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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 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United States departs from Tampa and takes around 12h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Avis and Fox, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United States departs from Tampa and takes around 12h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Avis and Fox, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Cavan

DUBDublin
NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Cavan

Lufthansa
Good (8,125 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,102 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,440 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,992 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,451 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,872 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,321 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,324 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,433 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Cavan

Most booked hotels in Cavan

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Hawthorn Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 466 reviews)
$120+
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Slieve Russell Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1839 reviews)
$199+
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Hotel Kilmore
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1965 reviews)
$135+
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The Seven Horseshoes Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 32 reviews)
$85+
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Farnham Estate Spa and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3460 reviews)
$202+
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Cavan Crystal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1876 reviews)
$163+
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Renting a car in Cavan

Renting a car in Cavan costs $74 per day, on average, or $147 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, 63% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $7.76 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 $93.12 and $124.16. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cavan costs $74 per day, on average, or $147 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, 63% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $7.76 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 $93.12 and $124.16. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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