Cork Airport- ORK
Cork Airport is an international airport located in Ballygarvan, County Cork in Ireland. It is the second largest of the three principal international airports in the Republic of Ireland. It serves the city of Cork and is just 4 miles from the city center. Other cities served by Cork Airport include Kinsale, Kinsale Town Centre, Sleaveen and more. In 2018, it served a total of 2,392,821 passengers and a total of 19,894 aircraft movements. It serves as the focus city for Aer Lingus. Cork Airport is owned by the Government of Ireland and is operated by the DAA Dublin Airport Authority.
Best Time to Visit
Construction on Cork Airport began in 1959. It was opened in 1961. An extension to the main apron was added ion 1980s. The airport celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2011. In 2013, the Airports Council International ranked the airport first in overall customer satisfaction. There are several shopping and eating facilities in the main terminal of the airport before and after the security screening areas. Overall upgrades and development are planned for the airport, will be completed in 2023. Some of the airlines that are served by the airport including Aer Lingus, which is the Republic or Ireland’s flag carrier.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are two airport hotels located adjacent to the passenger terminal. These are the Cork International Hotel and the Cork Airport Hotel. Another hotel located near the airport is the Travelodge Cork Airport, which is a short drive from the airport.
Alternate airports to Cork Airport include Kerry Airport, located in Tralee, Ireland.
On this page it is easy to search for Cork, Ireland airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Cork, Ireland (ORK) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the ORK airport.
Most of these ORK
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 Cork, 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 ORK airport are Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse, Charles Fort, and Kinsale Regional Museum and Courthouse.
Map of Cork, Ireland Hotels
View all Cork, Ireland (ORK) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Cork, Ireland (ORK) location map.
Weather Forecast for Cork, Ireland (ORK)
If you planning to travel to Cork, Ireland (ORK), 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 5:14 AM.
The temperature feels like 44.1 with a humidity level of 85 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 68 percent with visibility at 12.8 percent.
Today’s UV index is 3, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling west-northwest at a speed of 7 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 7:51 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
4/25
Light rain
47°F
High: 53°F
Low: 43°F
Precipitation: 75%
Friday
4/26
Light rain
45°F
High: 48°F
Low: 38°F
Precipitation: 75%
Saturday
4/27
Broken clouds
45°F
High: 52°F
Low: 40°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
4/28
Broken clouds
47°F
High: 53°F
Low: 45°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
4/29
Light rain
48°F
High: 51°F
Low: 44°F
Precipitation: 80%
Tuesday
4/30
Moderate rain
47°F
High: 51°F
Low: 45°F
Precipitation: 85%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Cork, Ireland ORK airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free ORK 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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