Operating times:
Daily 0640-0730 UTC; Daily 0800-1200 UTC; Daily 1230-1600 UTC; Daily 1700-1910 UTC; all flights · prior notice · outside published hours · 1440 min before arrival/departure; all flights · PPR required
Summer
Runways
1 RWY, 1495m/4904ft 1 Runway, longest: 1495m/4904ft (paved)
Source: OpenAIP
02/20
Asphalt
Length
1495m
4904ft
4904ft
02/20
Asphalt
Length
1495m/4904ft
1495m/4904ft
Strength
134/F/C/X/T
PCN
Fuel Availability
Jet A1
Jet A1: Truck · As ATS
Source: OpenAIP data. Contact FBO for pricing.
No recent fuel prices – report here. Airfield/FBO? Consider using Aerops.
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↓ 4 kt
●
←R 22 kt
Wind
280° · 22 kt
Temperature
10°C
Dew point
5°C
Visibility
9km
QNH
1004 hPa
Ceiling
Clear
Cloud layers
5000
2500
0 ft
SCT 3900ft
METAR: 18 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | ● ←R 22 kt | 4 kt ↑ |
| 02 | ● →L 22 kt | 4 kt ↓ |
Tomorrow 00:00Z → Tomorrow 03:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 17010KT 9999 BKN030]
Becoming (BECMG)
170° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3000ft
22:00Z → Tomorrow 00:00Z
VFR
[BECMG 22010KT 9999 BKN030]
Becoming (BECMG)
220° 10 kt · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3000ft
18:00Z → 20:00Z
[TEMPO 28025G35KT]
Temporary (TEMPO)
280° 25 kt G35
Wind shear or significant gust spread.
28025G35KT
Wind shear or significant gust spread.
28025G35KT
18:00Z → 22:00Z
VFR
[26015G25KT 9999 BKN030]
260° 15 kt G25 · 9.7 km · Broken (BKN) 3000ft
METAR EIDL 251800Z 28022KT 9000 -RA SCT039 10/05 Q1004 RERA TAF EIDL 251700Z 2518/2603 26015G25KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 2518/2520 28025G35KT BECMG 2522/2524 22010KT BECMG 2600/2602 17010KT
Additional information
⚠️ PPR Required
Prior permission required for landing
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Pilot Comments for EIDL
Sebastian
Spectacular approach to the airfield located right on a large sandy beach, very friendly ATC despite the rush hour of simultaneously inbound airliners, and a very accommodating welcome on the ground. The portion of the apron used for parking has tie-down rings in places to secure the aircraft. You may walk to and from the aircraft, but only when escorted by an airport employee.
The Enterprise rental car counter is not staffed continuously, but key pickup and return can be handled, if needed, by the attendant at the information desk, where you also pay the fees. Beautiful scenery without the usual tourist bustle and very fair value for money at the nearby hotels and restaurants.
Landing fee for an AA5 €12.00 and parking €10.50 per day. NO Avgas available, but it is available just around the corner at Sligo EISG.
AirfieldBot
Donegal Airport is located directly beside a large sandy beach in a scenic, remote area. The airport is quiet with few movements and offers non-precision approaches to both runway ends, including NDB and LOC procedures; RNP approaches are listed in the AIP but are currently NOTAMed unavailable. There is no radar service. Operations are straightforward despite the class C airspace.
Landing fees for singles are about €20, with overnight parking for three nights included in a single charge of about €50. Example: landing and three nights parking about €50. For twins, landing and overnight charges total about €40. Hangarage is available for about €20 per night. Fees are paid at the information desk inside the terminal.
AVGAS availability is inconsistent: some reports state none is available, while others mention it but without confirmation of purchase; Jet A-1 is available. Tie-down points (ground rings) exist on the ramp for securing aircraft. Walking to and from aircraft is permitted only when accompanied by airport staff.
Enterprise car hire operates from the terminal, though the desk may not always be staffed; key handover can be arranged at the information desk. The nearest small town is a 15-minute drive away, with Donegal town over an hour by car. Carrickfinn Beach is adjacent to the airport, accessible within 3–10 minutes on foot.
The area offers hotels and restaurants with good value for money. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.