Kinsale travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kinsale
With a population of 3 843, Kinsale is a must-see destination in Cork, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kinsale to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Kinsale
How to Get to Kinsale
Plane
When flying to Kinsale, you’ll arrive at Cork Airport (ORK), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kinsale from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 1h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Kinsale is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 148 miles from Kinsale. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Kinsale using Aircoach or Bus Éireann.
Airlines serving Kinsale
Where to stay in Kinsale
Average rates range from around £143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £132 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kinsale
Most booked hotels in Kinsale
Hiring a car in Kinsale
Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Kinsale (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.35 and £24.46. The most frequently booked car type in Kinsale is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.