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At the Dublin International Airport we recommend the following car hire offers

from 19 £ per day
Basic package

Good offers for a small budget

Mini
e.g. Fiat 500
7 Days from 30.04 - 07.05.2025
Example vehicle
from 22 £ per day
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e.g. Fiat 500
7 Days from 30.04 - 07.05.2025
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from 23 £ per day
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This way nothing can go wrong - carefree and all inclusive!

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e.g. Ford Ka
7 Days from 30.04 - 07.05.2025
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Hire a Car at the Dublin International Airport

Winter in Dublin is especially beautiful, especially if you explore the capital of Ireland with your own hired car from Dublin Airport. Visit the most popular sights in Dublin with the hired car and stroll through the Christmas markets. With a hired car you are always mobile in Dublin and can visit your desired places individually.

Hire a car at Dublin International Airport (DUB)

Pubs, street music and historical and modern sights: Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is a vibrant metropolis and an internationally popular destination. The city is located on the east coast of the green island directly at the Irish Sea. This is why Dublin combines the flair of a city with the charm of the coastline. The city's eventful history is reflected in many monuments and sights such as the General Post Office, the Christ Central Church, the museum ship Jeanie Johnston and Trinity College with its famous library, which houses the Book of Kells. Many museums, theaters, bars and concert venues contribute to Dublin's rich cultural life.

In addition to the capital city, the country is characterized by its wild and beautiful nature. Hire a car at the airport to explore Dublin and its surroundings comfortably on your own. You will find the best offer for a hired car at the airport if you decide in good time and compare prices before departure in the price comparison at Driveboo. If there is still something in between, you can easily cancel your hired car up to 24 hours before the scheduled pick-up date free of charge.

Explore Dublin by hired car

Explore Dublin by hired car

Hire a car and drive through Irland independently

Hire a car and drive through Irland independently

Everything you need to know about Dublin Airport (DUB)

Dublin Airport is the largest airport in Ireland. It carries the IATA code DUB and is called "Aerfort Bhaile Átha Cliath"in Irish. The airport was opened at the beginning of 1940 and has been extended several times since then. More than 30 airlines fly to the airport from over 180 international destinations, so that more than 25 million passengers take off and land here every year. This makes the airport one of the 20 largest airports in Europe. Passengers can fly internationally to numerous European destinations, and the airport is also connected to cities in North America and Asia. Most of the flights that take off and land here come from London.

The airport offers a wide range of services: you can shop, eat and hire a car here. Dublin Airport is located about 10 miles north of the Irish capital. Thanks to its convenient and central location, Dublin city center can be reached quickly and conveniently by hired car. This is why many hired car companies have set up a car hire and pick-up service at the airport so that you can pick up your hired car at a reasonable price and return it at the end of your stay. The car hire service is located in the terminals, so that holidaymakers can reach their car hire companies quickly.

Car hire and pick-up service at Dublin International Airport

Those arriving at Terminal 1 will find the car hire counters directly in the arrivals hall. The service areas of the various providers are only one or two minutes' walk from the baggage carousels. Large illuminated signs above the counters show the way, so that you can't miss the car hire. Here you can hire a car for less or pick up the key for your reserved car. Dublin Airport car hire offers seven different companies. They are all located at Terminal 1. After visiting the counter, go to the pick-up station to pick up your car. The pick-up station of every car hire is located directly at the airport. The exact location of the pick-up point depends on the car hire company. The various providers use different places in the long-term car parks. The staff at the counter will tell you where to find your pick-up station.

Car hire Dublin Airport - Speed limits

Road category Maximum speed
Inner cities 30 mph
Out of town 60 mph
Motorways 70 mph

Travel in Dublin and the surrounding area with a hired car

As the capital of Ireland, Dublin has a lot to offer in terms of culture and tourism. The metropolis, which is divided into the north and south by the River Liffey, hosts many attractions such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, the medieval castle in the city centre or the city's landmark, the Spire of Dublin, on the famous O' Connell Street. You can reach all important tourist destinations by hired car.

The Guinness brewery's storehouse is one of the modern day destinations to which you can travel by car. It is home to a museum and a bar from which you can enjoy a panoramic view of Dublin. If you want to plunge into Irish nightlife, the central Temple Bar district is the place to go. Here you will find countless bars and pubs with typical Irish live music. Of course, you can also drink a pint of Guinness. The city is also characterised by quiet and well-kept green areas such as Phoenix Park and St. Stephen's Green, where you can park your car and take a walk.

You will find even more nature in the immediate vicinity of Dublin. If you want to hire a car at the airport in Ireland, you can also visit the Wicklow Mountains. The wild mountain and heathland landscape reflects the natural beauty of the country. The easiest way to reach all your destinations is to hire a car. For example, you can reach both the modern harbour district and the attractive natural beaches in the suburbs quickly and inexpensively. If you want to travel inland Ireland, there are countless worthwhile excursion destinations such as Glendalough or the hill of Tara just outside Dublin. With the hired car you can also reach destinations such as the Howth peninsula with its impressive cliffs in a short time. Your hired car will bring you cheaply to all the worthwhile destinations in Dublin and the surrounding area.

Historic bar in the center of Dublin

Historic bar in the center of Dublin

Sunset at the river in Dublin

Sunset at the river in Dublin

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299 Experiences of our customers at the Dublin International Airport

Rating of Peter S.

“Very friendly service staff on site. We were very well looked after and prepared for the left-hand traffic. I have not experienced this before. Thanks again at this point!”

Rating of Konstantin L.

“Friendly staff and super car. The process went smoothly, 1A. Gladly again...”

Rating of Andreas D.

“Quick check-in and check-out. I will gladly book here again!”

Rating of Michael A.

“The pickup of the rental car was uncomplicated and fast. The employee of Europcar was extremely friendly and eager....car was okay and almost new...”

Rating of Walfried E.

“Very friendly staff and good, competent advice. The handover and return were absolutely uncomplicated. Gladly again.”

Frequently asked questions about car hire booking Dublin International Airport

How much does a hired car cost at Dublin Airport?

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Sunset in Dublin

Sunset in Dublin

A cheap hired car is available from as little as 133 £ per week. We compare the prices of all reputable car hire companies and show you the best offer.

Particularly popular are small cars, which you can hire from as little as 133 £ per week, as this will get you to your destination without any detours. If you are travelling to Dublin with the whole family, a family car is also suitable for as little as 195 £ per week. Stow the baggage in the boot and start your exploration. If you travel a lot in Ireland in the nature, you should take a hired car with four-wheel drive. Select for this in the search mask under the option vehicle characteristics "4-wheel drive (4x4)".

If you need a hired car only for one day, you can hire it already for 19 £ per day.

Can I book a hired car without excess at Dublin Airport?

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A hired car without excess is already available from 22 £ per day. In the event of damage, no further costs will be incurred, and you can enjoy your holiday with your loved ones in peace.

As the landscape in Ireland invites you to drive in the nature and off-road, we also recommend a glass and tire insurance as well as an underbody insurance, so that you are appropriately insured for every case. In any case, read in advance in the rental conditions whether driving on off-road roads is allowed with the hired car.

What do I have to consider with the hired car in Ireland?

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  • Please note that driving in Ireland is on the left.
  • Always drive carefully and with foresight with the hired car. It is not uncommon for sheep to suddenly appear on the road.
  • Also be aware that on some sections of the highways in Ireland tolls are charged. These are usually not included in the rental price of the hired car but must be paid locally. Find out in advance if your desired route includes toll roads.
  • If you want to take turns driving the hired car on a longer trip, you can also specify an additional driver on site when picking up the hired car. In some offers, an additional driver is already included in the rental price.

What do I have to consider when returning the hired car at Dublin Airport?

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Remember to refuel the hired car before returning it, depending on the fuel arrangements. The drive from the center of Dublin to the airport takes about 25 minutes by hired car. The nearest gas station is right outside the airport. Follow the signs for the return of the hired car and plan enough time on site so that you do not get into stress before your departure. Have the condition of the hired car documented and take the record with you.

You can return the car at any time, even outside opening hours. Simply leave the key for this in the key box provided.

Can I drive the hired car from Dublin to the North Island of Ireland?

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Car hire trips across country borders are generally possible but depend on the vehicle type and rental company. If you want to drive from Dublin Airport to the North Island of Ireland by hired car, please read the rental conditions under the keyword "cross-border trips" or "border trips". If a cross-border trip is possible, please report it either directly at the time of booking via the field "Message to our service team" or to the rental company on site when you pick up the hired car. Additional fees may apply.

Also note that, as already mentioned, tolls are payable on some sections of the freeways in Ireland.

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