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

Letterkenny travel guide

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You're Going to Love Letterkenny

With a population of 16,901, Letterkenny is the largest city in Donegal, 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 Letterkenny to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Letterkenny

If you’re looking for affordable options, Warehouse Bar & Kitchen (100 Lower main Street) and Sister Saras Gastro Pub (Port Road) are great picks.

When to visit Letterkenny

Letterkenny in January
Estimated hotel price
£82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Letterkenny in January
Estimated hotel price
£82
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Letterkenny

Plane

Although Letterkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 25 miles from Letterkenny. The shortest flight to Letterkenny from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Letterkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 126 miles from Letterkenny. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Letterkenny doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Donegal Airport (CFN), which is located 25 miles from Letterkenny. The shortest flight to Letterkenny from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Letterkenny is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 126 miles from Letterkenny. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Thrifty, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Letterkenny

NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Letterkenny

British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (17 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Letterkenny

Most booked hotels in Letterkenny

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Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Dillons Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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The Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Shandon Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£146+
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Clanree Hotel Conference & Leisure Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Station House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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Hiring a car in Letterkenny

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Letterkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.92 and £22.56.

Expect to pay £1.41 per litre in Letterkenny (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.92 and £22.56.

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