Carrickfergus travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carrickfergus

With a population of 29,208, Carrickfergus is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.

Where to Eat in Carrickfergus

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Fuzzy Beak (1 Slaughterford Rd) and Ownies Bar & Bistro (16-18 Joymount) are great picks.

When to visit Carrickfergus

Carrickfergus in July
Estimated hotel price
AED 179
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carrickfergus in July
Estimated hotel price
AED 179
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carrickfergus

Plane

When flying to Carrickfergus, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 270 km from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrickfergus, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Carrickfergus takes 241 km and will cost you around AED 51. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 466 for a journey of 523 km.

Plane

When flying to Carrickfergus, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 270 km from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carrickfergus, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Carrickfergus takes 241 km and will cost you around AED 51. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 466 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Carrickfergus

Airlines serving Carrickfergus

KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,841 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,826 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,878 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,314 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,297 reviews)
China Southern
Good (134 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,456 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,083 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,960 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (666 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (293 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,244 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (149 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carrickfergus

Most booked hotels in Carrickfergus

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 641+
Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 496+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 395+
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 291+
Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
AED 349+
Etap Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
AED 235+

Hiring a car in Carrickfergus

Expect to pay AED 6.43 per litre in Carrickfergus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 77.13 and AED 102.84. The most frequently booked car type in Carrickfergus is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.43 per litre in Carrickfergus (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 77.13 and AED 102.84. The most frequently booked car type in Carrickfergus is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.