Introduction
What to do
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 December
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Monaghan in December
Estimated hotel price
£79
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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair 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 Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dublin.

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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, Ryanair 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 Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dublin.

Airports near Monaghan

DUBDublin
NOCKnock Intl
CFNDonegal

Airlines serving Monaghan

Lufthansa
Good (8,015 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,988 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,379 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,064 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,256 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,383 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Monaghan

Average rates range from around £108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £151 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Monaghan

Most booked hotels in Monaghan

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Hillgrove Hotel, Leisure & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£119+
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Westenra Arms Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Four Seasons Hotel & Leisure Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£136+
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Hiring a car in Monaghan

Expect to pay £1.59 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 £18.98 and £25.31.

Expect to pay £1.59 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 £18.98 and £25.31.