Ireland Airports

Since joining Europe, the Emerald Isle has gone from strength to strength and it now enjoys a favourable economy and better times, evidence of which can be seen in its rejuvenated cities that sport classy attractions and shop-filled streets. Ireland boasts beautiful countryside and there are some truly scenic places to check out such as Blarney, the awesome Cliffs of Moher and numerous lakes and rivers that are teaming with fish. If you're heading to Dublin but are short on time, check out our 24hour Guide to Dublin.

There are 11 airports in this small country, many of which receive international flights. Ireland is also fed by ferries from England, Wales and Scotland, but with the advent of budget airline Ryan Air, flying here is both cheap and fast.

Dublin International Airport is Ireland's main airport and also the primary gateway to Northern Ireland. There is just one terminal here that serves 15 million passengers per year - three times the country's population. Buses run to Dublin city centre as well as nearby cities and train stations.

Located in the Irish southwest, Kerry International Airport handles 200,000 passengers per year and has regular flights to Dublin and London. Public transport from the airport is non-existent, but taxis are available and road access to Kerry is good.

Also in the southwest, Shannon International Airport is a large facility providing access to the area and handling about three-million passengers a year. Not far from Limerick, Shannon Airport receives transatlantic flights at its single terminal. Bus Eireann and taxis provide transport to Limerick, from where trains run to destinations all over Ireland.