Flights

Airport & information about flights to Galway Ireland

Galway has never been more accessible for people wishing to visit the region. Although there are currently no direct flights to Galway, the city is well served by Dublin Airport, Ireland West International Airport at Knock and Shannon International Airport. More and more airlines are flying to Ireland each year and Ryanair is continually expanding its services from Europe to the region.

The closest airports to Galway are as follows:

• Shannon Airport:1hr drive to Galway (www.shannonairport.ie)
• Knock Airport:1hr drive to Galway (www.irelandwestairport.com)
• Dublin Airport:2hrs 30mins drive to Galway (www.dublinairport.com)

Getting from the Airport to Galway

The most straightforward and cost effective means of travel from Ireland’s airports to Galway is by bus. Bus services are provided Bus Eireann from all 3 different airports, Dublin Airport, Ireland West International Airport at Knock and Shannon International Airport.

• Bus Eireann(www.buseireann.ie)

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• Citylink(www.citylink.ie)
• Gobus(www.gobus.ie)

Car Rental is also a good option. The following providers all service Dublin Airport.

• Hertz(www.hertz.ie)
• Budget(www.budget.ie)
• Europecar(www.europcar.ie)

Which airport do you fly to for Galway?

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How do I get from Dublin Airport to Galway?

The easiest way to travel to Galway from Dublin Airport is with Citylink (www.citylink.ie), who operate up to 14 express services which take 3 hours to get to Galway.

How to get from Galway to Knock Airport

There are a few different options for getting from Galway to Knock Airport:

Bus:Bus Eireann operates a regular bus service from Galway to Knock Airport, with multiple departures per day. The journey takes about 2 hours, and tickets can be purchased from the driver or online.

Taxi:You can also take a taxi from Galway to Knock Airport. The journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, and the cost will depend on the company you choose and the time of day.

Private transfer:You can book a private transfer from Galway to Knock Airport in advance. This can be a convenient option if you are traveling with a large group or have a lot of luggage. SeeGalway Chauffeursfor availability and rates.