Newtownards travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newtownards

With a population of 29.363, Newtownards is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.

Where to Eat in Newtownards

If you’re looking for affordable options, Charlie's Bistro & Lounge (41 Gransha Road) and The Mill Restaurant (41 Gransha Road) are great picks.

When to visit Newtownards

Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
AED 430
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newtownards in December
Estimated hotel price
AED 430
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newtownards

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 257 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Busbud. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 177 km and will cost you around AED 99. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 441 for a journey of 523 km.

Plane

When flying to Newtownards, you’ll arrive at Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Newtownards is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 257 km from Newtownards. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newtownards, including National Express, Bus and Busbud. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newtownards takes 177 km and will cost you around AED 99. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 441 for a journey of 523 km.

Airports near Newtownards

Airlines serving Newtownards

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (185 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (963 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,433 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,792 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (504 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (154 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (97 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (14 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Newtownards

Most booked hotels in Newtownards

Europa Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 596+
Leonardo Hotel Belfast
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 572+
Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 607+
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 471+
Etap Belfast
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
AED 357+
Travelodge Belfast
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
AED 415+

Hiring a car in Newtownards

Expect to pay AED 6.87 per litre in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 82.42 and AED 109.89. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.87 per litre in Newtownards (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 82.42 and AED 109.89. The most frequently booked car type in Newtownards is Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.