City of Derry Airport - Flight Information and Guide (LDY)

How to get to City of Derry Airport

The city centre of Derry is some distance from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 17-20 minutes by car or taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city centre of Derry in about 17 minutes, weather permitting.

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport: Derry/Londonderry station is located in the city center, reachable by taxi.

By Bus

Translink services (lines 143 and 234) connect the airport to Foyle Street Bus Depot, in the city center.

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Tips The Aircoach service also connects the airport to other Northern Irish destinations; verify schedules in advance, given the limited frequency compared to major hubs.

Average travel time to LDY

TrainNot available (no station at airport)

Shuttle busService available (Translink 143, 234)

Taxi / Private hire17-20 minutes (£11)

Parking near City of Derry Airport

The parking lot is located adjacent to the small terminal.

Rates reflect typical prices for the area.

How to get to Derry from LDY

By Train

There is no railway station at the airport; the Derry/Londonderry station is located in the city center.

By Bus

Translink services (lines 143 and 234) connect the airport to the Bus Depot on Foyle Street in the city center.

By Taxi

A taxi costs approximately 11 GBP for a journey of about 20 minutes.

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Car rental at City of Derry Airport

Few car rental companies operate here, consistent with the airport's modest scale.

Travellers from the European Union do not require an IDP: driving license, passport and credit card suffice.

Hotels near City of Derry Airport

Derry is served by the City of Derry Airport, at Eglinton, about 20 minutes by taxi or bus from the city: there are no hotels right next to the runway, so the choice is entirely within Derry itself. Those who want the historic walls, the Guildhall and the murals prefer the centre inside the walls, on the west bank of the Foyle. Those arriving by train or looking for a modern base near the Peace Bridge choose the Waterside, on the east bank. Those who instead prefer the quiet of the countryside, among woods and trails a few minutes from the centre, find peaceful alternatives just outside the city.

City centre

Inside the walls, historic centre

Taxi in about 20 minutes from the terminal; Ulsterbus 234 from Foyle Street Bus Depot in 20-30 minutes.

Best for: Those who want the historic walls, the Guildhall and the murals within easy reach.

Pros

Historic walls and Guildhall a few minutes' walk away.
Restaurants and pubs in the centre open late.

Cons

The river has to be crossed to reach the Waterside station.
Limited parking in the streets inside the walls.

Recommended hotels

Harding Haven Independent house in the heart of the city, a seven-minute walk from the walls. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Waterside, beyond the Peace Bridge

Taxi in about 20 minutes from the terminal; Ulsterbus 234 in 20-30 minutes.

Best for: Those arriving by train or looking for a modern base a few minutes from the Peace Bridge.

Pros

Waterside railway station a few steps away.
Pedestrian Peace Bridge towards the centre inside the walls.

Cons

Fewer evening venues than the centre inside the walls.
Some rooms overlook the railway.

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Nearby town

Countryside around Derry

Taxi in about 20 minutes from the terminal; a car is needed to get into the city.

Best for: Those who prefer the quiet of woods and trails a few minutes from the centre.

Pros

Woods and trails of Ness Country Park a few steps away.
Private parking and garden, away from city traffic.

Cons

A car is needed, there are no direct buses from the property.
No restaurant in the immediate surroundings.

Recommended hotels

Five Oaks Bed & Breakfast Family-run B&B among the woods near Ness Country Park, ten minutes from the centre. View availability

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Airport services

The airport is a small regional hub serving Derry/Londonderry, with limited connections to Great Britain and Europe.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area offers a limited selection proportionate to the airport's size.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated lounges are available.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi coverage extends throughout the entire terminal.

Families & Children

Families receive basic accommodation, concentrated in the rest areas of the terminal.

Terminal guide

The small terminal handles a limited number of connections to Great Britain and select European destinations.

To be safe, allow 1.5-2 hours before your flight.

Map of City of Derry Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is Derry a walled city?

Yes, one of the few in Europe still completely encircled by its original walls, which can be visited on foot.

Q. Why does Derry have a subsidized flight to London?

The connection to London, now to Stansted, is a government-subsidized PSO (public service obligation) route, considered essential for maintaining the city's links with the British capital.