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

Dundalk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dundalk

With a population of 33,428, Dundalk is a must-see destination in Louth, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Dundalk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Dundalk

If you’re looking for affordable options, Eno' Bar & Grill (5 Roden Place) and The Townhouse (5 Roden Pl Townsparks) are great picks.

When to visit Dundalk

Dundalk in October
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in October
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dundalk

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 40 miles from Dundalk. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Dundalk from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 46 miles from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 140 miles and will cost you around $26. From Cork, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 180 miles.

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 40 miles from Dundalk. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Dundalk from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 46 miles from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Dollar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including Bus, National Express and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 140 miles and will cost you around $26. From Cork, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airports near Dundalk

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Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,360 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,953 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,735 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,143 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,888 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk

Most booked hotels in Dundalk

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Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1177 reviews)
$134+
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Hotel Imperial Dundalk
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1577 reviews)
$126+
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Carrickdale Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1184 reviews)
$186+
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Renting a car in Dundalk

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13. The most frequently booked car type in Dundalk is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Volkswagen up! or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.57 per gallon in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $90.85 and $121.13. The most frequently booked car type in Dundalk is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Volkswagen up! or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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