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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dundalk to see all of its attractions.

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 February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 169
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 American Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Dundalk from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 35m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including Bus, National Express and Irish Citylink. From Galway, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 241 km and will cost you around C$ 46. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 160 for a journey of 893 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 American Airlines, Air Canada, British Airways and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to Dundalk from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 35m.

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 Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including Bus, National Express and Irish Citylink. From Galway, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 241 km and will cost you around C$ 46. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 160 for a journey of 893 km.

Airports near Dundalk

Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (7,205 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,356 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,646 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,887 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,865 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,548 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,284 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (838 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,919 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,001 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,319 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,411 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,331 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,235 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,304 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk

Most booked hotels in Dundalk

Heritage B&B
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 147+
Ballymascanlon Hotel and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 174+
Carrickdale Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 181+

Renting a car in Dundalk

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.36 and C$ 40.48.

Expect to pay C$ 2.53 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.36 and C$ 40.48.