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. Dundalk deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Dundalk

Dundalk in August
Estimated hotel price
$127
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in August
Estimated hotel price
$127
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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Dundalk from the United States departs from Charlotte and takes around 7h 20m.

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 Alamo and FLIZZR, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dundalk using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 233 km and will cost you around $30. From Cork, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 290 km.

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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Dundalk from the United States departs from Charlotte and takes around 7h 20m.

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 Alamo and FLIZZR, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dundalk using Bus or Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 233 km and will cost you around $30. From Cork, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Dundalk

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Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,945 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,572 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,034 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,439 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,363 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, 1413 reviews)
$135+
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Hotel Imperial Dundalk
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1682 reviews)
$132+
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Carrickdale Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1208 reviews)
$166+
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Renting a car in Dundalk

Renting a car in Dundalk costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 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, 44% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $8.06 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 $96.76 and $129.01. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dundalk, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dundalk costs $51 per day, on average, or $102 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, 44% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay $8.06 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 $96.76 and $129.01. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dundalk, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.