Dublin Airport Park and Fly Hotels
Park and fly at Dublin Airport means booking a hotel near the terminal, leaving your car there for the length of your trip, and catching a free shuttle to departures the next morning. It makes particular sense at Dublin because the airport’s own short-stay and long-stay car parks are expensive for anything beyond a day or two, and the ring of hotels within three kilometres offers a wide spread of prices and parking allowances. Seven hotels are listed on Aerfortel for Dublin Airport, ranging from budget three-stars 600 metres from the terminal to four-star premium options with direct shuttle access.
How it works
You book a park and fly package at your chosen Dublin Airport hotel – this covers at least one night’s accommodation and a set number of days’ parking in the hotel car park. Arrive at the hotel the evening before your flight, check in, park your car, and get a decent night’s sleep. The next morning, the hotel’s free shuttle takes you to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. When your return flight lands, the same shuttle brings you back to collect your car. All seven hotels on this page include a free shuttle as part of the package.
Hotels with park and fly at Dublin Airport
Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
The Maldron is the closest hotel to Dublin Airport at 267 metres from the terminal – an unusually short distance that makes it genuinely walkable if you are travelling light. It is a three-star mid-range property with 15 days parking included and a free 24-hour shuttle running around the clock. The round-the-clock shuttle is particularly useful for red-eye departures and late-night arrivals.
Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central
The Clayton sits 600 metres from the terminal and offers a solid three-star mid-range option with 15 days included parking and a free shuttle. It is a well-known Irish hotel brand and a popular choice for families heading on summer holidays who want reliability and a bit of space without paying four-star prices.
Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport
Also 600 metres from the terminal, the Radisson Blu steps up to four stars and the premium tier. The parking allowance here is 11 days – shorter than some of the other options on this list – so it is best suited to trips of under two weeks. The free shuttle runs to both terminals, and the hotel has a larger pool and restaurant than the mid-range properties nearby.
Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport
Two kilometres from the terminal, the Carlton is a three-star mid-range hotel with the longest parking allowance of any hotel on this page: 22 days. For anyone heading on an extended trip – a long-haul holiday, a month abroad, or a working trip overseas – that extra parking time makes a real difference. The free shuttle covers the short distance to the terminal.
Metro Hotel Dublin Airport
The Metro is also two kilometres from the terminal. It is a three-star mid-range property with 21 days parking included and a free shuttle to the airport. The 21-day allowance puts it second only to the Carlton for long-stay parking, which is worth noting if the Carlton is fully booked when you search.
Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport
The Crowne Plaza is three kilometres from the terminal – the furthest of the hotels on this list – but compensates with four-star facilities and a free shuttle. The parking allowance is 8 days, which caps it at shorter trips. It tends to do well with business travellers and those who want more comfortable surroundings for a longer layover.
Holiday Inn Express Dublin Airport
Also three kilometres from the terminal, the Holiday Inn Express is the budget option in the premium-end distance bracket. Three stars, 15 days parking included, and a free shuttle. It does what budget airport hotels are supposed to do: clean room, included breakfast option, no surprises.
Comparison table
| Hotel | Stars | Distance from terminal | Parking included | Shuttle to terminal | Price tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport | 3 stars | 0.27 km | 15 days | Yes (24/7 free) | Mid-range |
| Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport Central | 3 stars | 0.6 km | 15 days | Yes (free) | Mid-range |
| Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport | 4 stars | 0.6 km | 11 days | Yes (free) | Premium |
| Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport | 3 stars | 2.0 km | 22 days | Yes (free) | Mid-range |
| Metro Hotel Dublin Airport | 3 stars | 2.0 km | 21 days | Yes (free) | Mid-range |
| Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport | 4 stars | 3.0 km | 8 days | Yes (free) | Premium |
| Holiday Inn Express Dublin Airport | 3 stars | 3.0 km | 15 days | Yes (free) | Budget |
Frequently asked questions
What is park and fly at Dublin Airport?
Park and fly at Dublin Airport means staying at a hotel near the airport that includes parking in its car park for a set number of days – covering the length of your trip. You drive to the hotel the evening before your flight, check in, and leave your car. A free shuttle takes you to the terminal in the morning and collects you when you return. For many travellers the combined cost of hotel plus parking works out cheaper than paying terminal car park rates for a week or more.
Which Dublin Airport hotel offers the most parking days?
The Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport offers the longest parking allowance at 22 days, followed by the Metro Hotel Dublin Airport at 21 days. Both are three-star mid-range properties approximately two kilometres from the terminal. If you are travelling for more than three weeks, these are the only two options among the seven hotels listed here that cover the full stay.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, and the earlier the better – particularly in summer and around school holiday periods when Dublin Airport is busy. Park and fly packages at the most popular hotels sell out weeks ahead during peak season. Booking several weeks in advance also tends to secure better rates. Car park space at a hotel is finite, and hotels fill those spots before the rooms.
Is the shuttle included or extra?
For all seven hotels listed on this page, the shuttle to and from Dublin Airport terminal is free and included as part of the park and fly package. Shuttle frequency and operating hours vary by hotel – the Maldron runs its shuttle around the clock, which is useful for very early or very late flights. For other properties, confirm the first and last shuttle times when you book so there are no gaps on departure morning.
How far in advance can I park?
Most Dublin Airport park and fly packages can be booked months in advance, with car park space reserved at the time of booking. The maximum parking allowance included in a single package varies by hotel: 8 days at the Crowne Plaza up to 22 days at the Carlton. If your trip exceeds the included allowance, some hotels offer extended parking at an additional nightly rate – check the terms when booking.