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Good to know
- IATA code
- DUB
- ICAO code
- EIDW
- Terminals
- 2 (T1, T2)
- To city centre
- 9 km
- Transport to the centre
- Bus · Taxi
- Time zone
- Europe/Dublin
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Left-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 26
- Rental companies
- 10
- Off-airport offices
- 17
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Rental desks at Dublin Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Terminal 2
Offices 1
At Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport sits north of Dublin, in Collinstown. Dublin Airport has 2 terminals: T1 and T2. Dublin is 9 km away; there is also a bus and taxis.
Picking up and returning
Shuttles at the airport
The two terminals are joined by a link corridor, so no transfer bus runs between them. Shuttle buses take people from both terminals to Express Red and Holiday Blue, the two long-term car parks, and they also serve the car rental facilities.
Driving to the airport
The airport stands just south of the town of Swords, close to the M1 and M50 motorways. Short-term covered parking sits directly beside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, while the two long-term car parks are reached by shuttle bus.
Public transport into town
Route 102 links the airport with Malahide and Sutton DART stations, and Aircoach serves southside areas including Stillorgan, Blackrock, Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey. Dublin Express connects with trains at Tara Street and Heuston, and Dublin Coach reaches the Luas at Red Cow and Dundrum.
Popular searches at Dublin Airport
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Rules of the road in Ireland
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- tolls on some motorways
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Ireland: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the left. If you are used to the right, allow yourself a little time at the start — junctions and roundabouts catch people out, not the straight roads.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
How far is Dublin from the airport?
9 km.
Are the motorways tolled?
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Payment is by cash or an electronic tag.
Which car rental companies serve Dublin Airport?
At the airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, 3 other companies and an independent office. Desks are in Terminal 2. Outside the airport, nearby: Enterprise, Easirent, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, 6 other companies and 2 independent offices.