Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 168 miles from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of Alamo and DRIVALIA , 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 150 miles and will cost you around AED 51. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 316 for a journey of 345 miles.

Plane

When flying to Carrickfergus, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 8 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carrickfergus is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 168 miles from Carrickfergus. You’ll find branches of Alamo and DRIVALIA , 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 150 miles and will cost you around AED 51. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 316 for a journey of 345 miles.

Airports near Carrickfergus

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Carrickfergus

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,815 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,562 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,050 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,070 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,798 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,453 reviews)
China Southern
Good (94 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,150 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (262 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (161 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 766+
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Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 535+
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Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 465+
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Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 411+
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Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
AED 345+
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ibis budget Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
AED 305+
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Hiring a car in Carrickfergus

Expect to pay AED 6.40 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 76.69 and AED 102.25. 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 Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.40 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 76.69 and AED 102.25. 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 Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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