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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cavan travel guide

Cavan Tourism | Cavan Guide

You're Going to Love Cavan

With a population of 6,388, Cavan is the largest city in Cavan, Ireland by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cavan to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Cavan

Cavan in August
Estimated hotel price
£112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cavan in August
Estimated hotel price
£112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cavan

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Cavan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knock Intl (NOC), which is located 96 km from Cavan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aer Lingus, British Airways, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Cavan from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Cavan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 102 km from Cavan. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Europcar, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Cavan

DUBDublin
NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Cavan

Lufthansa
Good (8,058 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,046 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,401 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,234 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,603 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,809 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (931 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,165 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,406 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,488 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cavan

Average rates range from around £117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £168 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cavan

Most booked hotels in Cavan

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Slieve Russell Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£154+
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Hotel Kilmore
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£123+
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Farnham Estate Spa and Golf Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£154+
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Cavan Crystal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Hiring a car in Cavan

Hiring a car in Cavan costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.60 per litre in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.11 and £25.48. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Cavan costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Dublin.

Expect to pay £1.60 per litre in Cavan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.11 and £25.48. The most frequently booked car type in Cavan is Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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