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

Newcastle travel guide

Newcastle Tourism | Newcastle Guide

You're Going to Love Newcastle

With a population of 7.444, Newcastle is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newcastle to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Newcastle

Newcastle in February
Estimated hotel price
£133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newcastle in February
Estimated hotel price
£133
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newcastle

Plane

Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 45 km from Newcastle. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 253 km from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 45 km from Newcastle. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 253 km from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Newcastle

LDYLondonderry Eglinton
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Newcastle

KLM
Good (1,599 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,285 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,228 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,724 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,411 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,433 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,975 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,915 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,971 reviews)
China Southern
Good (190 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,883 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,125 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (336 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,235 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (209 reviews)
Loganair
Good (27 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newcastle

From 5-star hotels such as the Marine & Lawn Slieve Donard to great affordable options like the Cherryhill Lodge, Newcastle offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £114 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £120 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newcastle

Most booked hotels in Newcastle

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The Dundrum Inn B&B
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Avoca Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£134+
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Marine & Lawn Slieve Donard
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£146+
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Hiring a car in Newcastle

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.01 and £28.01.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.01 and £28.01.