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

Westport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Westport

With a population of 6.200, Westport is a must-see destination in Mayo, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Westport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Westport

If you’re looking for affordable options, jj o Malleys (Bridge St, Cahernamart) and JW's Brasserie (The Wyatt Hotel) are great picks.

When to visit Westport

Westport in February
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westport in February
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Westport

Plane

Although Westport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 47 km from Westport. Shannon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, JetBlue, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Westport from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Westport is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 221 km from Westport. You’ll find branches of Fox and keddy by Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Westport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 47 km from Westport. Shannon Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, JetBlue, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Westport from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Westport is to pick up a car rental from Dublin, which is about 221 km from Westport. You’ll find branches of Fox and keddy by Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Westport

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NOCKnock Intl
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Airlines serving Westport

Lufthansa
Good (8,277 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,589 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,262 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,664 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,377 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,773 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,446 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,057 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,838 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,165 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (26 reviews)
Discover Airlines
Good (35 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westport

Average rates range from around $138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $157 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Westport

Most booked hotels in Westport

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Castlecourt Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2115 reviews)
$126+
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The Wyatt Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2746 reviews)
$116+
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Westport Coast Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2079 reviews)
$102+
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Westport Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1450 reviews)
$137+
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Knockranny House Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 603 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in Westport

Renting a car in Westport costs $50 per day, on average, or $101 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, 64% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay $8.40 per gallon in Westport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.84 and $134.46.

Renting a car in Westport costs $50 per day, on average, or $101 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, 64% more expensive than at Knock Intl.

Expect to pay $8.40 per gallon in Westport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.84 and $134.46.

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