Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Craigavon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Craigavon

With a population of 59,236, Craigavon is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Craigavon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Craigavon

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tannery (6 Chestnut Hill Road) and Maisie’s (5-7 Mandeville St) are great picks.

When to visit Craigavon

Craigavon in August
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel
Craigavon in August
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Craigavon

Plane

Although Craigavon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 27 km from Craigavon. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

The train station in Craigavon is called Craigavon Portadown, and is located 2.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Craigavon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 293 km from Craigavon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Craigavon using National Express or Bus. From Dublin, the bus ride to Craigavon takes 241 km and will cost you around £11. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £104 for a journey of 523 km.

Plane

Although Craigavon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast Intl Airport (BFS), which is located 27 km from Craigavon. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, American Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

The train station in Craigavon is called Craigavon Portadown, and is located 2.8 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Craigavon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 293 km from Craigavon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Craigavon using National Express or Bus. From Dublin, the bus ride to Craigavon takes 241 km and will cost you around £11. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about £104 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Craigavon

LDYLondonderry Eglinton
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Craigavon

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,055 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
China Southern
Good (96 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,166 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 reviews)
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Where to stay in Craigavon

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £246 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Craigavon

Most booked hotels in Craigavon

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Clenaghans
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Bannview Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£114+
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Ralph's
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Banoge House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Lisieux House On Lough Neagh
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£56+
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Seagoe Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£163+
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Hiring a car in Craigavon

Expect to pay £1.31 per litre in Craigavon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.63 and £20.84. The most frequently booked car type in Craigavon is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.31 per litre in Craigavon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.63 and £20.84. The most frequently booked car type in Craigavon is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Peugeot 107 or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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