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

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 May
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monaghan in May
Estimated hotel price
£70
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 103 km from Monaghan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Monaghan from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Monaghan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 111 km from Monaghan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Plane

Although Monaghan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 103 km from Monaghan. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Monaghan from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Monaghan is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 111 km from Monaghan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Alamo, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Monaghan

DUBDublin
NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Monaghan

Lufthansa
Good (8,197 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,174 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,472 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,036 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,501 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,652 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,100 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,952 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,493 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,370 reviews)
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Where to stay in Monaghan

Average rates range from around £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £148 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Monaghan

Most booked hotels in Monaghan

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Ashleigh House
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Four Seasons Hotel & Leisure Club Monaghan
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£142+
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Westenra Arms Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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Hiring a car in Monaghan

Expect to pay £1.55 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 £18.60 and £24.79.

Expect to pay £1.55 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 £18.60 and £24.79.