Introduction
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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dundalk has to offer.

When to visit Dundalk

Dundalk in May
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in May
Estimated hotel price
$114
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 65 km from Dundalk. 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 Dundalk from the United States departs from Columbus and takes around 10h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Sixt and National, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 65 km from Dundalk. 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 Dundalk from the United States departs from Columbus and takes around 10h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Sixt and National, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Dundalk

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Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (8,182 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,557 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,161 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,481 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,262 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,641 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,112 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,949 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,466 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,503 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,365 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk

Most booked hotels in Dundalk

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Grove House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 751 reviews)
$159+
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Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1510 reviews)
$132+
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Carrickdale Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1211 reviews)
$140+
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Imperial Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1720 reviews)
$122+
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Renting a car in Dundalk

Renting a car in Dundalk costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $7.68 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 $92.21 and $122.95. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dundalk, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dundalk costs $62 per day, on average, or $187 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 30% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $7.68 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 $92.21 and $122.95. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dundalk, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.