Donegal Airport – CFN Donegal
Considered as the gateway to Donegal and the northwest part of Ireland, Donegal Airport is situated 2.3 miles southwest of Bunbeg, Donegal County, Ireland. It is locally known as Carrickfinn Airport and has an airport code of CFN. The airport is about a 15-minutes’ drive from Dungloe. Recently, CFN Airport gained recognition as the world's most scenic approach for two consecutive years by Private Fly, a private jet booking service. All-year-round, the airport has two daily flights schedule to and from Dublin Airport. The airport also serves 5-weekly trips to and from Glasgow International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
Established in the mid-1980s, Donegal Airport used to have grass surface type runways. Through the assistance of the Ireland government, the airport's facilities were improved and by adding a new terminal building with upgraded navigational aids as well as extending its runway to 4,900 feet to accommodate larger aircraft. With these improvements, the growing number of passengers traveling to and from Donegal increases each year. This is also due to the rising popularity of Donegal County, as well as Letterkenny, which is known for its gothic-style cathedral, as one of the best tourist destinations in Ireland.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Despite the growing number of passengers arriving at Donegal Airport, there aren't any onsite hotels in the area. However, guests can check-in at the Waterfront Hotel or at the An Chúirt Gweedore Court Hotel for a relaxing and comfortable stay at the county. Both hotels are less than 20-minutes' drive from the airport, making it convenient for travelers.
Passengers that are looking to travel other cities of Ireland can book their tickets at City of Derry Airport.
On this page it is easy to search for Donegal, Ireland airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Donegal, Ireland (CFN) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the CFN airport.
Most of these CFN
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Donegal, Ireland
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the CFN airport are Letterkenny Leisure Centre, Donegal County Museum, and Letterkenny Leisure Centre.
Map of Donegal, Ireland Hotels
View all Donegal, Ireland (CFN) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Donegal, Ireland (CFN) location map.
Weather Forecast for Donegal, Ireland (CFN)
If you planning to travel to Donegal, Ireland (CFN), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 4:18 AM.
The temperature feels like 55.099999999999994 with a humidity level of 89 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 66 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 5, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 5 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 8:45 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/19
Broken clouds
56°F
High: 58°F
Low: 52°F
Precipitation: 20%
Monday
5/20
Scattered clouds
60°F
High: 66°F
Low: 54°F
Precipitation: 30%
Tuesday
5/21
Light rain
59°F
High: 63°F
Low: 54°F
Precipitation: 75%
Wednesday
5/22
Light shower rain
56°F
High: 58°F
Low: 53°F
Precipitation: 55%
Thursday
5/23
Overcast clouds
54°F
High: 57°F
Low: 44°F
Precipitation: 10%
Friday
5/24
Scattered clouds
53°F
High: 62°F
Low: 49°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Donegal, Ireland CFN airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free CFN airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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