Plan Your Drive
Ireland West Airport is ideally located on the main N17 route, halfway between Galway and Sligo. This provides fast and convenient access for travellers from across the West and North-West of Ireland. If you’re driving to the airport, please remember that driving in Ireland is on the left-hand side of the road. Speed limits are shown in kilometres per hour (km/h), and distances on all road signs are measured in kilometres. Whether you’re coming from Galway, Sligo, Donegal, or Roscommon, the airport is clearly signposted. It is easy to reach, with direct access from the N17 and surrounding routes.
Directions to Ireland West Airport
Driving to the airport is convenient, as Ireland West Airport is located on the central N17 north–south corridor. It is nestled midway between Galway and Sligo. Whether you’re arriving from the West, North-West or Midlands, the route is direct and the airport is clearly signposted.
For drivers setting down passengers, there is a dedicated drop-off zone just outside the terminal entrance. Please note waiting is not permitted here. If you’re meeting someone arriving, use the airport’s on-site car park for convenience and compliance. Driving to the airport and booking parking online guarantees the best rate. Save up to 20% compared with paying at the gate. Spaces are just a short walk from the terminal.
Drive times are favorable. For example, from Sligo you’ll be at the airport in around 45 minutes. From Galway, it takes about 60-65 minutes. Moreover, when driving to the airport from Athlone it is just over 60 minutes, making access quick from towns across the North-West, West and Midlands regions.