Business Class Flights to Donegal, Ireland

Located in the county by the same name, the town of Donegal, Ireland, is located on the country’s northwest coast near the Northern Ireland border. Donegal’s history dates back to the 15th century. Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint, lived in Donegal for a period of time. Legend has it that the residents of Donegal were the first in the country to be converted to Christianity by Saint Patrick. Today, the town is home to Saint Patrick's Church of the Four Masters, a Roman Catholic parish dedicated to the saint in Ireland.

Along with the town, County Donegal is a popular destination for tourists who are visiting Ireland. Travelers who book flights to Donegal come to the region to enjoy its natural beauty and to take in its historic sights. Home to the Blue Stack Mountains, County Donegal is popular with hikers and backpackers. Tourists and locals alike flock to Donegal’s beaches during the summer months, taking advantage of the great weather, sun, and beautiful seaside scenery. 

People who book flights to Donegal, Ireland, have a choice of airports at which to arrive. The closest international airport to the town of Donegal is Ireland West International Airport Knock (NOC). Located in Charlestown, County Mayo, Ireland West Airport is the main airport for the northwestern part of the country. Donegal town is about 85 miles from the airport, about a two-hour trip by car.

County Donegal is home to a small domestic airport, Donegal Airport (CFN), located in the town of Carrickfinn, north of Donegal town. Visitors who want to fly to Donegal from Ireland West Airport, rather than travel there by car, can book a transfer flight. This connecting flight can be a great alternative for travelers unsure about booking alternative transportation along the Irish countryside.  

Those looking for cheap flights to Donegal can book air travel on the Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair, which operates flights throughout the country.

One of Donegal Town’s oldest buildings is Donegal Castle. Built in the 15th century, the stone castle was partially restored in the 1990s and is today open to the public. Over time, the castle has become an icon for the town, with its image found on everything from postcards to t-shirts. Though it’s believed that Donegal Castle was named in reference to an ancient Viking fort that preceded it some centuries prior, no evidence has ever been found to support this claim. Long considered one of the greatest castles in Ireland, Donegal Castle is maintained and restored according to 15th-century style and is host to many local events. 

Donegal town is known for its high-end clothing manufacturers as well as for its carpets. Tourists who book tickets to Donegal often purchase Donegal carpets as souvenirs. The Donegal Carpet company, located in the town of Killybegs, has been weaving high-quality wool rugs for more than a hundred years. Donegal Carpets can be found in notable buildings throughout the world, including the White House in the United States. Donegal Carpets’ claim to fame only furthers tourists’ love for its rich, culturally significant product. Finding storage space for said carpets, however, is another matter entirely.