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

Newtownabbey travel guide

Newtownabbey Tourism | Newtownabbey Guide

You're Going to Love Newtownabbey

With a population of 63.860, Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Newtownabbey

Newtownabbey in May
Estimated hotel price
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newtownabbey in May
Estimated hotel price
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newtownabbey

Plane

When flying to Newtownabbey, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownabbey is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 275 km from Newtownabbey. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

When flying to Newtownabbey, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownabbey is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 275 km from Newtownabbey. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Newtownabbey

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Newtownabbey

KLM
Good (1,543 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,125 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,475 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,628 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,748 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,440 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,962 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,675 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,918 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,879 reviews)
China Southern
Good (163 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,066 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (312 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,832 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (193 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (26 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newtownabbey

Average rates range from around £112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £79 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newtownabbey

Most booked hotels in Newtownabbey

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Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Corr's Corner Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£112+
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Hilton Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Easyhotel Belfast
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£68+
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Hiring a car in Newtownabbey

Hiring a car in Newtownabbey costs £34 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Belfast City.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newtownabbey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.85 and £23.80.

Hiring a car in Newtownabbey costs £34 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Belfast City.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Newtownabbey (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.85 and £23.80.