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Waterford Airport

Waterford, Ireland

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Waterford Airport

Waterford, Ireland

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Ireland's oldest regional airport serving the sunny southeast.

Opened

1928

Location

Waterford, Ireland

Waterford Airport (IATA: WAT, ICAO: EIWF) is a small regional airport located near Killowen, County Waterford, in the southeast of Ireland. It serves as the primary commercial airport for the southeast region, handling scheduled and charter passenger services as well as general aviation traffic. The airport has historically offered scheduled services to London Stansted and other UK destinations, primarily operated by Ryanair, though service levels have fluctuated over the years. It is one of the oldest operational airports in Ireland, with roots dating back to the early twentieth century. Waterford Airport operates a single runway and modest terminal facilities suited to its regional scale. Efforts to attract new airline routes and increase passenger numbers have been ongoing, with the airport supported by local government and regional development bodies.

Terminals

The airport has a single, small terminal building capable of handling the modest passenger volumes typical of a regional facility.

Getting to & from

Bus and taxi services connect the airport to Waterford city center, located approximately eight kilometers away.

Airlines here

Ryanair has historically been the primary scheduled carrier at Waterford, operating routes to London Stansted, though services have been intermittent.

Notable facts

›Waterford Airport is one of the oldest airports in Ireland, with origins in the late 1920s.
›The airport has a single asphalt runway designated 03/21.
›It is operated by Waterford Airport DAC, supported by local and regional authorities.
›The airport has struggled with maintaining consistent scheduled airline services over the years.
›Waterford is the only commercial airport serving Ireland's southeast region.

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Ireland's southeast gateway where the River Suir meets the sky

Waterford Airport, serving the southeast corner of Ireland near the historic city of Waterford, is one of Ireland's smaller regional airports with roots dating back to the mid-20th century. It has historically operated seasonal and charter services connecting the region to UK and European destinations, playing a modest but meaningful role in regional connectivity. The airport serves as a practical alternative for travellers in counties Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, and Tipperary.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A compact single terminal handling check-in, security, and arrivals with basic passenger amenities.

Ground Transport

Taxi services available outside the terminal
Car rental options available on-site or nearby
Private shuttle transfers to Waterford city centre
Local bus connections toward Waterford city

Nearby Hotels

Waterford Marina Hotel
Granville Hotel Waterford
Tower Hotel Waterford
Athenaeum House Hotel

Dining

The airport terminal offers limited café and snack bar facilities given its regional size, suitable for a light bite before departure. For a wider range of dining options, Waterford city centre — approximately 10 kilometres away — offers numerous restaurants, pubs, and cafés showcasing local Irish cuisine.

Traveller Tips

Confirm your flight status in advance as services can be seasonal or subject to schedule changes.
Arrange ground transport ahead of time as taxi availability at the airport can be limited.
Waterford city is just a short drive away and worth exploring — it is Ireland's oldest city.
Check the airport's current operational status before travelling, as service levels have varied in recent years.

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Airlines serving this airport

Flybe

Routes

WAT → BHXBE · DH4

WAT → MANBE · DH4

Aircraft operating here

De Havilland Canada DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q2 routes

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Encyclopaedia

Waterford Airport is located in Killowen, 4 NM southeast of Waterford. Located in southeastern Ireland, the airport is operated by Waterford Airport Ltd.

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