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Car Rental at Dublin Airport - Best Deals in Ireland

Situated just 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the heart of the city center, and in very close proximity to the M50 and M1 motorways, Dublin Airport (DUB) is one of the busiest in Europe with hundreds of daily flights and an extensive short-haul network across the whole of Europe. It is also one of the best served locations in Ireland when it comes to bus services with a large network of local, regional and intercity routes operating between the airport and different parts of the city, as well as many towns and cities throughout Ireland.

The history of Dublin Airport goes back to the 19th of January 1940 when its inaugural flight departed for Liverpool, followed by the opening of its first terminal designed to cater for up to 100,000 passengers a year. Today the airport has two large passenger terminals which are adjacent and connected to each other with enough capacity for the current 35 million or so passengers that use DUB every year, due largely to the prominence of Dublin as a world tourist destination and the increasing growth of the two main Irish carriers, Ryanair and Aer Lingus. Furthermore, DUB is one of only a few airports outside North America that offers a US Preclearance facility

Few large cities anywhere in the world can match the warmth and conviviality visitors find in the pubs, restaurants, hotels and other tourism-related establishments in and around the Irish capital. Besides that, Dublin is packed with first-rate attractions, most notably the National Museum of Ireland (don't miss the beautifully-crafted Ardagh Chalice and the museum's prehistoric gold collection) and Dublin Castle, which was built in the early-13th century on the site of an old Viking settlement.

With a car rental from Dublin Airport you'll have the advantage of being able to visit the city's top sights quickly and conveniently before heading off into Ireland's verdant interior to discover the place they affectionately call the Emerald Isle. Having your own transport will give you the opportunity to visit iconic places like the Ring of Kerry and Blarney Castle, as well as magnificent natural showpieces like the Cliffs of Moher and Giant's Causeway. A leisurely drive down the Wild Atlantic Way is also accessible for travelers who choose to collect their vehicle at Dublin Airport.

Founded in 1954, Auto Europe is a leading international car rental company with over 28,000 convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in more than 190 popular destinations worldwide, including Dublin and all other top pick-up points in Ireland. We work with all the most prestigious and reliable car providers to provide our many customers around the world with the right vehicle in the right place, and always at the right price! When visiting Ireland, treat yourself to the travel independence and affordability you deserve with Auto Europe. You can book your next rental vehicle with us online through our state-of-the-art search engine.

Car Rental Suppliers at Dublin Airport

Thanks to our unique relationships with car rental companies like Avis, Sixt, and Hertz at the Dublin Airport, we are able to provide our customers with discounts not found anywhere else on the web, even when booking directly with the supplier! See for yourself by reading our Dublin car rental reviews! Whether you need an economy car or a versatile van rental in Ireland, take your pick of the best vehicles available and pay the lowest prices too!

Avis at Dublin Airport

Arrivals Hall,
Dublin, Ireland K67 T1H9
+353 1 605 7500

Opening Hours:
Daily 5:00 AM - 12:15 AM

AVIS IN DUBLIN

Budget at Dublin Airport

Arrivals Hall,
Dublin, Ireland K67 T1H9
+353 1 844 5150

Opening Hours:
Daily 5:00 AM - 12:15 AM

BUDGET IN DUBLIN

 

Europcar at Dublin Airport

Arrivals Hall,
Dublin, Ireland K67 T1H9
+353 1 812 2800

Opening Hours:
Daily 5:00 AM - 11:45 AM

EUROPCAR IN DUBLIN

Hertz at Dublin Airport

Arrivals Hall,
Dublin, Ireland K67 T1H9
+353 1 844 5466

Opening Hours:
Daily 5:00 AM - 01:00 AM

HERTZ IN DUBLIN

Where to find the car rental desks at Dublin Airport

In general, most of the car rental desks are situated in the arrival halls of both terminals, but some companies may direct you to the multi-story car park where the majority of vehicles are available for pick-up. In a few cases you may be asked to take a short shuttle bus ride to a dedicated car rental facility to collect your vehicle. Please make sure you have all the necessary documentation to hand when you arrive at the rental company's desk, such as your driver's license, passport, Auto Europe voucher and credit card, which must always be in the main driver's name.

Travel Tips and inspiration for your next trip to Dublin

As a well-established car rental company, Auto Europe has been striving to help travelers source affordable car hire at Dublin Airport for more than seventy years. We remain one of the industry's most trusted travel partners and enjoy sharing our ideas in order to help our many customers around the world create their travel itineraries around the Emerald Isle. Hence, we've put together some road-trip suggestions highlighting many of the most popular sights and attractions in and around the Irish capital based on a series of useful posts focusing on the many things there are to see and do in the area.

Travel Tips for renters in Dublin

There are many important things to consider when renting a car at Dublin Airport, such as the final price that you pay, drop-off hours, insurance options, and the possibility of being able to pick up your vehicle in one place and drop it off somewhere else thanks to Auto Europe's convenient one-way vehicle rental offers. Therefore, we have tried to make the process easier for customers by publishing a number of helpful blogs and articles on all these aspects and more for people planning a trip to Ireland. Below you can find answers to questions ranging from the International Driver's Permit to automobile rental insurance.

Ireland Car Rental Age Requirements - As with the majority of car rental suppliers, travelers looking to rent a car in Dublin must be at least 21 years old and have held their license for at least one full year, although some companies may insist on more than a year for certain vehicle categories such as the Luxury and Convertible category. Please note that a Young Driver Surcharge may be added (to be paid locally), which will increase the cost of your car rental at Dublin Airport due to additional insurance premiums.

Dublin Car Rental Insurance - If you're booking a car rental at Dublin Airport, it's essential to consider all the different coverage options available in order to make absolutely sure that you are adequately insured for the duration of your rental period. Some types of insurance are required by law and are included in the Auto Europe standard rental price, while others are optional but highly recommended for added peace of mind during your visit to Ireland. Please follow the link to our dedicated car rental coverage options page for an in-depth look at the possibilities you have available.

 

Dublin Travel blogs and Road Trip planners

The great part about renting a car in Dublin is how accessible all of this nation's famous cities are. In a short, scenic drive through the Irish countryside you'll be able to visit castles, shorelines, museums, and many more incredible sights. The Guinness Store House and historic Trinity College with its breathtaking libraries and classrooms are two of the most popular visits when in Ireland's Capitol. The Kilmainham Gaol Museum is a very interesting visit that is often overlooked. A historic site where Ireland's political prisoners including men, women, and children were held, the museum offers in depth exhibitions on life in the prison and the turbulent political history of Ireland. Another spot that is fun for the entire family is the National Leprechaun Museum with its informative and fun guided tours offers interactive exhibits centered around Irish and Celtic folklore

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Travel Inspiration Cliffs of Moher Tour Summer Experiences in Ireland Visiting Ireland for the First Time Castle Tours in Dublin

Airport Information

Operated by DAA, Dublin Airport (DUB) is a major international air transportation hub serving Dublin and many other parts of the Emerald Isle. Located a short drive north of the Irish capital, it is Ireland's busiest airport and one of the busiest in the whole of Europe with around 35 million passenger movements every year.

Dublin Airport (DUB)
Website: https://www.dublinairport.com/
Address: Dublin Airport, Collinstown, Santry, County Dublin, Ireland
Telephone: +353 1 814 1111
Airlines operating at Dublin Airport: Dublin Airport (IATA CODE: DUB) serves as a hub for several major airlines, including Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Air Transat, airBaltic, American Airlines, Aurigny, Blue Islands, British Airways, Croatia Airlines, Dan Air, Delta Air Lines, Egyptair, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, Finnair, FlyOne, Hainan Airlines, HiSky, Iberia Express, Icelandair, JetBlue, KLM, Loganair, Lufthansa, Luxair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Pegasus Airlines, Play, Qatar Airways, Ryanair, SunExpress, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia, TUI Airways, TUI fly, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Vueling, WestJet and Widerøe.