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Good to know
- IATA code
- ORK
- ICAO code
- EICK
- Terminals
- 1
- To city centre
- 6 km
- Main road
- N27 and N40
- Transport to the centre
- Bus · Taxi
- Time zone
- Europe/Dublin
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Left-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 1
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Rental desks at Cork Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Cork Airport Terminal
Offices 1
At Cork Airport
Cork Airport sits south of Cork city centre, in an area known as Farmers Cross. Cork Airport has 1 terminal. Rental desks are in the arrivals hall. Cork is 6 km away, by the N27 and N40; there is also a bus and taxis.
Picking up and returning
Driving to the airport
The R600 links the airport with Kinsale, a stop on the Wild Atlantic Way route. Drivers from Dublin use the M7 and then the M8, those from Limerick take the N20, from Killarney the N22 and from Waterford the N25.
Public transport into town
No railway line reaches the airport; Kent is the closest station. Irish Citylink coaches also serve the airport from Galway via Limerick, and the taxi rank stands outside the arrivals entrance.
Popular searches at Cork 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.
Where do I pick up the car at Cork Airport?
Rental desks are in the arrivals hall.
How far is Cork from the airport?
6 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 Cork Airport?
At the airport: an independent office. Desks are in Cork Airport Terminal.