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Renting a car at Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport is one of the major airports on the island of Ireland, and is ranked as the largest in terms of passenger traffic, as over eighteen million passengers make use of the airport every year. The airport is larger than Belfast International Airport, and also busier than the airports of Cork and Shannon. It is located nearby to the city center of Dublin, in the area of Collinstown, in the county of Fingal. Arriving passengers have many transport options, including a rented car from the Dublin car hire companies. Passengers who have chosen to rent a car will find the roads of Ireland fairly easy to navigate, and that the car rental companies of the airport can provide affordable hire rates.

There are two large terminal buildings at the airport, of which Terminal 2 is the newer building, only opened in 2010. Some of the main airline carriers of the airport, such as Aer Lingus, now operate from Terminal 2, and it has the capacity to handle up to fifteen million passengers per annum. Conveniently, the airport car hire companies have rental counters in both terminals and their services are easily reached on foot from the arrival areas. In Terminal 1, they are clearly visible once passengers have left the customs area, as they are found in the main arrivals hall, but in Terminal 2, the signs for "Car Hire" may need to be followed from the arrival area, as the car rental counters are located in the new multi-storey car park. Since that there are many facilities in each of the terminal buildings, passengers will seldom find the need to switch terminals.

List of all car rental companies operating in or near Dublin Airport:

The car hire requirements vary between the companies, but many require the primary renter to have held a driving license for a minimum period of four years prior to the rental date, rather than having set a minimum/maximum age requirement. However, young driver fees could be applicable in certain cases, and some vehicle categories may only be available to persons of a particular age. Collision damage waiver and theft protection insurance is usually optional, but recommended, and the primary renter will need to pay for the vehicle by credit card, as it is seldom the case when car hire companies accept cash or debit cards. Hire services may be arranged allowing the vehicle to be returned to a different rental location, but cars may often not be permitted to leave the island of Ireland. In general, they can be freely driven to areas in Northern Ireland and to any city/town in the Republic of Ireland.

Vehicles hired from Dublin Airport may be smaller models, such as the Hyundai Getz, Nissan Micra, Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus and VW Golf, and larger vehicles may be similar to the Toyota Corolla, Toyota Avensis, Nissan Primera and VW Passat. The larger cars are more suitable for carrying luggage items, while smaller models can be easier to navigate in the busy city areas. Various makes of Mercedes models can be hired as well, by customers who require a more elegant vehicle, and Vans such as the Opel Zafira, Ford Galaxy and Mercedes Vito may be available for groups of travelers. Off-road vehicles, SUVs and Convertibles can be hired from certain companies as well.

Accessories for rented cars may include child seats, satellite navigation systems, luggage racks and hand controls for disabled drivers, and these items may cost a few extra Euro per rental, or per day of hire. However, items like child seats are essential for safe driving, and are required by law for babies and small children. From Dublin Airport, hand controls for drivers with a lower limb disability will require an advanced reservation.

Many think of driving in Ireland as frightening, but it is really quite simple, provided that you follow the road rules and remember that vehicles are driven on the left-hand side of the road. Many are also driven with a manual transmission, but automatics are also available from car hire companies. Similar to many other countries, no drunk driving is permitted, and the speed limits are taken seriously. Motorists will need to stay under 50kph in city areas, 100kph on open roads and 120kph on motorways. It is also illegal to talk on a mobile phone whilst driving, and seat-belts should be worn by all passengers at all times. Rented cars are best for travelling the country and driving between towns and cities, but may be a bit tricky to drive in busy city centers, especially Dublin. However, many car parks are available in the area around Dublin city center, where you can safely leave your vehicle and travel on foot or by public transport.

Contact your favourite Dublin car hire company in advance of your arrival for the best car rental rates, or for further information about their services.

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What are the cheapest car rentals in each category at Dublin Airport?

The cheapest car rentals per category are:

Nearby Car Rental Pick-up and Drop-Off Locations

Dublin North City

151 Lr. Drumcondra Rd, Dublin , 9, Dublin

1.08 KM

Dublin - Swords

North Street Business Park, Dublin, Swords, K67 F624, Dublin, L

3.59 KM

Dublin - Drumcondra

Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L

6.19 KM

Dublin - Croke Park

151 Lr. Drumcondra Rd, Dublin , 9, Dublin

6.19 KM

Dublin - Ballybough

Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L

7.27 KM

Dublin - Central

Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L
+ 8 more

8.56 KM

Dublin - Docklands

Park Lane, Spencer Dock, Off North Quay, Dublin, Dublin 1,

8.68 KM

Dublin - Heuston Train Station

38 Old Kilmainham Rd, Dublin, D08 H79e, Dublin

9.57 KM

Dublin - Grand Canal

South Lotts Road , Dublin 4

9.69 KM

Dublin - Kilmainham

39 Old Kilmainham Rd, Dublin, D08 H79e, Dublin

10.72 KM

Dublin South

151-157 South Circular Rd, Dublin 8 , Dublin, 000000000

10.74 KM

Dublin - West City

Kylemore Road, Dublin 12, Dublin, D12 C959, Dublin, L

13.42 KM

Dublin - Tallaght

Belgard Motors, Old Belgard Road Tallaght, Dublin 24, Tallaght

16.85 KM

Dublin - Dun Laoghaire-rathdown

Rochestown Avenue, Beside Bakers Corner, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Dublin
+ 6 more

17.04 KM

Drogheda

Dublin Rd,, Drogheda,, Drogheda, A92rc9k, Louth, L

31.99 KM

Drogheda - Waterunder

Dublin Rd,, Drogheda,, Drogheda, A92rc9k, Louth, L

35.07 KM

Naas - Newbridge Road

Europcar, Jigginstown Business Park Newbridge Road, Business Park, Naas

37.56 KM

Navan - Town Centre

Circular Road, Academy Street, Co. Meath, Navan,

38.69 KM

Naas - Newhall

Kilcullen Rd, Naas, Co Kildare, Naas, Ke, Kildare, L

39.06 KM

Portlaoise

Downey's Auto Stop, Dublin Road,, Dublin Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois

80.73 KM

Cavan

C/o Autotech Garage, Dublin Road, Cavan, H12 H2k1, Cavan, U

96.88 KM

Where are the fuel stations closest to Dublin Airport?

Circle K

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

0.46 KM

Esso-Dublin Airport

Corballis Road North, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

0.48 KM

GreatGas

Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

1.30 KM

Top-Collinstown Bus. Park

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

1.42 KM

Applegreen

Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

1.57 KM

Circle K

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

2.14 KM

TEXACO

Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

2.15 KM

Circle K

Clonshaugh Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 17, Ireland

2.17 KM

Circle K

R108, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland

3.01 KM

Topaz

R108, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland

3.02 KM

Topaz

Dublin Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

3.22 KM

Circle K

Swords Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland

3.65 KM

Maxol

309 Swords Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland

3.88 KM

Applegreen

Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

3.90 KM

Applegreen

Malahide Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 17, Ireland

4.23 KM

Applegreen

53 North Street, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

4.23 KM

Topaz

Shantalla Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland

4.50 KM

Applegreen

Newcourt, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland

4.51 KM

Car Rental at Dublin Airport - FAQ

Which car rental companies operate at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental operators are at Dublin Airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
Which car rental companies are in Dublin Airport terminal?
You can find the following car rental suppliers in the terminal building(s) at Dublin Airport: National, Flizzr, Hertz, Avis
Which car rental operators supply manual/stickshift cars at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental companies supply manual/stickshift cars at Dublin Airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
Which car rental companies hire automatic cars at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental companies hire automatic cars at Dublin Airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
Which car rental companies offer minivans at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental companies offer Mini-vans at Dublin Airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
Which car rental companies offer People Carriers at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental companies rent People Carriers at Dublin Airport Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty
Which car rental companies offer Diesel Cars at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental suppliers offer diesel cars at Dublin Airport Avis, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty
Which car rental companies offer Petrol Cars at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental operators rent petrol cars at Dublin Airport Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
What car rental companies are open on Sunday at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental operators are open on Sunday at Dublin Airport Alamo, Avis, Budget, Carhire, Dollar, Dooley, Easirent, Enterprise, Europcar, Flizzr, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, National, Payless, Sixt, Thrifty
What car rental companies are open 24 hours at Dublin Airport?
The following car rental companies are open 24 hours at Dublin Airport: Avis, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty
Where are the closest car rental company locations outside Dublin Airport?
The nearest car rental operator locations outside Dublin Airport can be found at:
  • Dublin North City (151 Lr. Drumcondra Rd, Dublin , 9, Dublin) 1.08 KM away.
  • Dublin - Swords (North Street Business Park, Dublin, Swords, K67 F624, Dublin, L) 3.59 KM away.
  • Dublin - Drumcondra (Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L) 6.19 KM away.
  • Dublin - Croke Park (151 Lr. Drumcondra Rd, Dublin , 9, Dublin) 6.19 KM away.
  • Dublin - Ballybough (Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L) 7.27 KM away.
  • Dublin - Central (Russell Street 10a, Dublin, Dublin1, Dublin, L) 8.56 KM away.
  • Dublin - Docklands (Park Lane, Spencer Dock, Off North Quay, Dublin, Dublin 1,) 8.68 KM away.
  • Dublin - Heuston Train Station (38 Old Kilmainham Rd, Dublin, D08 H79e, Dublin) 9.57 KM away.
  • Dublin - Grand Canal (South Lotts Road , Dublin 4) 9.69 KM away.
  • Dublin - Kilmainham (39 Old Kilmainham Rd, Dublin, D08 H79e, Dublin) 10.72 KM away.
Where are the fuel stations closest to Dublin Airport?
The closest fuel stations to Dublin Airport are:
  • Circle K (Circle K, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 0.46 KM away.
  • Esso-Dublin Airport (Esso-Dublin Airport, Corballis Road North, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 0.48 KM away.
  • GreatGas (GreatGas, Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 1.30 KM away.
  • Top-Collinstown Bus. Park (Top-Collinstown Bus. Park, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 1.42 KM away.
  • Applegreen (Applegreen, Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 1.57 KM away.
  • Circle K (Circle K, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 2.14 KM away.
  • TEXACO (TEXACO, Swords Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland) 2.15 KM away.
  • Circle K (Circle K, Clonshaugh Road, Dublin, County Dublin, 17, Ireland) 2.17 KM away.
  • Circle K (Circle K, R108, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland) 3.01 KM away.
  • Topaz (Topaz, R108, Dublin, County Dublin, 9, Ireland) 3.02 KM away.
What additional equipment can I rent with a vehicle at Dublin Airport?
You can rent the following additional equipment with a rental car at Dublin Airport:
  • Booster seat
  • Child toddler seat
  • GPS
  • Infant child seat
  • Navigational phone
  • *Not all suppliers supply all equipment
What are the fuel policy options when renting a car at Dublin Airport?
The following fuel policies are available when renting a vehicle at Dublin Airport depending on the car rental company you choose:
  • FULLFULL: Fuel: Pick up and return full.
Car Brands Available to Rent at Dublin Airport

There are 83 different types of vehicles from 19 manufacturers offered by 16 car rental companies at Dublin Airport.

Whether you want to rent the same vehicle you have as your daily driver, or find something different to drive for your trip, the details below will show you which manufacturers and models are available from the many car rental companies at Dublin Airport.