Which airport should I fly into for Howth?

For long-haul and international flights, Dublin Airport (DUB) is the main gateway near Howth. The closest airport, Dublin Airport (DUB), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Howth?

The nearest is about 9 mi (14 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Howth?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Howth

The closest airports to Howth, Ireland: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Howth, Ireland is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
DUB	Dublin AirportDublin, Ireland	9 mi / 14 km	29 min	International
HLY	Anglesey AirportAngelsey, United Kingdom	64 mi / 103 km	1 hr 55 min	Regional
KKY	Kilkenny AirportKilkenny, Ireland	72 mi / 116 km	1 hr 41 min	Regional
WEX	Castlebridge AirportWexford, Ireland	75 mi / 120 km	1 hr 44 min	Regional
IOM	Isle of Man AirportCastletown, Isle of Man	76 mi / 122 km	1 hr 46 min	Regional
BHD	George Best Belfast City AirportBelfast, United Kingdom	85 mi / 137 km	1 hr 59 min	Regional
BFS	Belfast International AirportBelfast, United Kingdom	88 mi / 142 km	2 hr 3 min	International
WAT	Waterford AirportWaterford, Ireland	93 mi / 150 km	2 hr 10 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Dublin Airport (DUB) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Howth. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with DUB.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near DUB saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Howth is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road.