Monaghan travel guide

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You're Going to Love Monaghan

With a population of 5,937, Monaghan is the largest city in Monaghan, 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 Monaghan to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Monaghan

Monaghan in April
Estimated hotel price
£101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monaghan in April
Estimated hotel price
£101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Monaghan

Plane

Although Monaghan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 64 miles from Monaghan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Ryanair, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Monaghan from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Monaghan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 69 miles from Monaghan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Monaghan, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Monaghan takes 140 miles and will cost you around £14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £53 for a journey of 555 miles.

Plane

Although Monaghan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 64 miles from Monaghan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Ryanair, Aer Lingus, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Monaghan from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Monaghan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 69 miles from Monaghan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Monaghan, including National Express, Bus and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Monaghan takes 140 miles and will cost you around £14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £53 for a journey of 555 miles.

Airports near Monaghan

Airlines serving Monaghan

Lufthansa
Good (7,136 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,340 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,833 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,687 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,924 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,458 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,662 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,813 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,137 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (802 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,303 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,295 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (358 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,223 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,340 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,301 reviews)
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Where to stay in Monaghan

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £136 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Monaghan

Most booked hotels in Monaghan

Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£104+
Westenra Arms Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£123+
Four Seasons Hotel & Leisure Club
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£116+

Hiring a car in Monaghan

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Monaghan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.88 and £23.84.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Monaghan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.88 and £23.84.

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