The second-largest city in Ireland is a perfect destination for a city break. Not only are there plenty of things to see and do but also a great choice of cheap flights to Cork makes the city even more attractive. Cork has a rich history reflected in its numerous attractions that will leave you in awe. Do not look further - book your cheap flight to Cork and explore all of them. Browse an array of cheap flights to Cork using the eSky cheap airfare search engine available on the main page. Provide your key search criteria and enjoy a wide range of cheap flights to Cork both with budget and traditional airlines. If you do not care about your departure date, our airfare calendar may come in handy even more. Once you give your home airport and destination, you will be able to swiftly spot the cheapest flights to Cork possible. Discover our easy travel search tools that will help you make planning your trip to Cork a pleasure.
Is Cork worth a visit?
There are many reasons to come to Cork, including its food scene, great events, and historical buildings. When in Cork, you should definitely go to the English Market to taste fresh local produce, whereas in the evening you may come by the 13th century Franciscan Well Brewery to enjoy a pint. There are also a number of award-winning restaurants and cosy pubs where you can soak up the atmosphere of Cork. The city is also famed for the Cork Jazz Festival that takes place every October and hosts hundreds of international and local artists. Visit the famous Blarney Castle, erected nearly six hundred years ago. It is especially known for the Blarney Stone, which, according to Irish folklore, gives anyone who kisses it the ability to speak with eloquence. Cork is a hive of culture and art featuring such great establishments as Cork Opera House, the Crawford Art Gallery, Cork Public Museum, the Everyman Theatre or... Cork Butter Museum! Other important items on any visitor's agenda include the star-shaped Elizabeth Fort, built in the 17th century, from which you can catch a marvelous view of Cork City; Cork City Gaol, once a prison, now a museum with wax figures and exhibitions; or the Gothic Revival style Saints Peter and Paul's Church, located near St Patrick’s Street, which is Cork's main street. Pick your favourite attractions, then book your cheap flight to Cork with eSky and discover new places on a budget.
Search cheap flights to Cork
To search and compare a wide selection of cheap flights to Cork, enter your search criteria in the eSky cheap airfare search engine that will quickly help you find the best flights to Cork. Just type your home airport in the "Depart from" box and Cork in the "Flying to" box, then set your travel dates and the number of passengers. Sort cheap flights to Cork by price, duration or eSky recommendations and start browsing Cork plane tickets that suit you best.
Cheap flights to Cork - possible options
Unfortunately, no single airline flies direct to Cork from Ireland. The following airlines operate connecting flights to Cork from Dublin with one layover: Air France, the average flight duration is 4 hour 30 minutes; KLM, the average flight duration is 6 hours 55 minutes; Aer Lingus, the average flight duration is 3 hours 50 minutes; British Airways, the average flight duration is 3 hours 55 minutes; Flybe, the average flight duration is 3 hours 30 minutes. You can fly to Cork from Shannon with one layover on Aer Lingus (5 hours 50 minutes), British Airways (5 hours 50 minutes), and Ryanair (12 hours 50 minutes). To get to Cork from Letterkenny, be ready for two layovers. The possible combinations include British Airways + Aer Lingus (7 hours 55 minutes), British Airways (8 hours 35 minutes), and Longair + Flybe + Aer Lingus (10 hours 30 minutes). Your cheap flight to Cork from Tralee will include one layover if you choose Ryanair (5 hours 40 minutes) and two layovers if you decide to fly on British Airways (7 hours 50 minutes) or British Airways + Aer Lingus (8 hours 25 minutes). Transfer airports include, but are not limited to, Brussels Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Dublin Airport, Heathrow Airport, and Manchester Airport.
Booking cheap flights to Cork
When you decide to book your cheap flight to Cork with eSky, you can do it very quickly. Click the "Choose" button on the right and fill out the booking form. You can also purchase travel extras additional services such as online check-in performed by our specialists or travel assistance package. To conclude, choose the payment method and provide your contact details so that we can keep you updated on your booking process and send you your cheap Cork flight ticket. This is also a summary page, where you can find essential information on your flight.
Cheap hotels in Cork
eSky customers who purchase cheap flight tickets through our website can avail of discounts on accommodation in over 1.3 million properties worldwide. Book your cheap flight to Cork and add your hotel reservation to create a cheap vacation package you can manage in one place. Just go to the “Hotels” section on eSky, type in your destination, choose your dates and the number of guests and choose from an extensive range of cheap hotels in Cork. Use filters to find your perfect Cork accommodation faster. You can search specific types of hotels and tick the facilities your property must be equipped with. You can also search for hotels located near the city centre or Cork Airport, select the price range and complimentary meals. Sort by price to view only the cheapest options if you are going to travel on a budget.
When are the cheapest flights to Cork?
Find the cheapest day to fly to Cork and save big on your next trip. You can check when the airfares of cheap flights to Cork are the lowest by using the Price calendars feature. All you need to do is type your home airport in the "Departing from" box and Cork in the "Arriving at" box and click "Search". You will see a calendar with cheap flights to Cork highlighted in green and the cheapest options in bold. Choose your ideal flight and you will find more details below. Click "Choose" to book your cheap flight to Cork right off. Now that you know how to search the cheapest flights to Cork, you will no longer overpay for your air tickets.
Cheap flights to Cork – your arrival airport
Your cheap flight to Cork will arrive at Cork Airport, Ireland’s second-largest airport, preceded by Dublin Airport. It is situated 6.5 km from the city centre. In 2018, Cork Airport handled 2,392,821 passengers. The busiest routes include London–Heathrow, London–Stansted, Amsterdam, Málaga, London–Gatwick, Paris–Charles de Gaulle, Faro, and Lanzarote. When your cheap flight to Cork has landed, you can use one of several means of transport that link the airport with Cork city. They include buses and coaches available in front of the terminal building, taxis waiting outside the terminal, or rail network (Kent Railway Station).