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Airport

Dublin airport is situated about ten miles from the city-centre, on the north side of the city. It is located just off the M1 motorway (Dublin-Belfast road) approximately 2 km south of the town of Swords. Dublin Airport has seen phenomenal growth in 2005 with the launch of an additional 31 new routes/services. Dublin Airport has an extensive short and medium-haul route network: several domestic Irish routes, around thirty routes to its nearest neighbour, the United Kingdom, and a vast network of routes to Continental Europe. The airport now has a record 50 scheduled airlines operating to 112 destinations internationally.

New Services 

More than 30 new services are planned in the first quarter of 2006, half of which will represent new routes for the Airport. This demand has been driven by a huge increase in business travel to and from the country, together with an increase in inward tourism, and a surge in demand for foreign holidays and city breaks. Dublin Airport is now engaged in a €1.2 billion capital development programme that will see the construction of a new second terminal by 2009 in addition to a variety of new piers and major improvements to the existing terminal.

Car Parking

Dublin Airport offers 24 hour parking, in its 3,600 short-term and 14,400 long-term spaces. All car parks are regularly patrolled by airport police. Aer Lingus and Ryanair are the two main Irish airlines, which fly to and from Dublin airport. Aer Arann operates over 600 flights per week across 35 routes in Ireland, the UK and France.

Links and Resources

• Airport Departures and Arrivals - Live Information
  This section brings you up-to-the-minute information on flight departures and arrivals - ideal if you're flying away or if you're meeting an inbound plane.  more »
• To & From The Airport
  All you need to know about travelling to and from Dublin Airport. The airport is conveniently located approximately 6 miles north of Dublin city centre.  It is served by a large number of buses, coaches and taxis. more »
• QuickPark
  Located at Santry Road, Dublin Airport, QuickPark provides easy parking and a shuttle bus the terminal building every five minutes. Journey time to Dublin Airport from car park is only five minutes.   more » 
• Dublin Airport Website
  Dublin Airport is Ireland's busiest airport. The airport now has a record 50 scheduled airlines operating to 112 destinations internationally. More than 30 new services are planned in the first quarter of 2006.more »
• Airport Parking Site
  Airport Parking Site Ireland is bringing choice and competition to the airport car park market, initially at Dublin Airport. As well as discount park and ride deals, executive meet and...more »
• Dublin Bus to Airport
  Dublin Bus offers many routes throughout Dublin, including an AirLink express bus to Heuston and Connolly Rail Stations. more »
• Dublin Airport Authority
  The Dublin Airport Authority plc (DAA) is an airport management company and its principal activities include the management, operation and development of Dublin, Cork and Shannon airports.   more »
• The National Consumer Agency
  The National Consumer Agency has information on your rights when travelling by air or when you are booking a package holiday...more »
• Tips & Advice on Travelling
  If you are travelling internationally, a valid passport is normally required. For some countries, your passport will need to be valid for at least 6 months after your intended return. You may also need a visa.more »