EV Charging at Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport has 30 electric vehicle charging points across its car parks, but they are unevenly spread and easy to misjudge. Most are slower AC chargers in the terminal multi-storeys, while the two long-stay car parks each have just two faster units near the exit. For an EV driver, where you park and how long you are away decide whether you can charge at all. This guide maps every charger, explains what the power ratings mean in practice and sets out the parking options that will return your car charged.
Dublin Airport has 30 EV charging points: 26 at 22 kW in the Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 short-term car parks, and two 50 kW chargers each at Express Red and Holiday Blue, located near the exits. The chargers operate on the ePower network, accessed through the ePower app or an RFID card.
With only four chargers serving about 16,000 long-stay spaces, do not rely on charging during a long trip. Arrive with enough range to get home, or choose a parking option that charges your car while you are away: Park2Travel on request, or a meet and greet operator or hotel that offers it.
Are There EV Charging Points at Dublin Airport?
Yes. DAA lists 30 charging points across seven locations in its car parks. Terminal 2's short-term car park has the most, with 14 points.
| Car park | Location | Chargers | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal 2 Short Term | Level 2 | 12 | 22 kW |
| Terminal 2 Short Term | Executive area, Level 3 | 2 | 22 kW |
| Terminal 1 Car Park A | Roof level | 4 | 22 kW |
| Terminal 1 Car Park B | Executive area, ground level | 2 | 22 kW |
| Terminal 1 Car Park C | Level 1 | 6 | 22 kW |
| Express Red (long term) | Close to the exit | 2 | 50 kW |
| Holiday Blue (long term) | Close to the exit | 2 | 50 kW |
| Total | 30 |
22 kW vs 50 kW: What the Numbers Mean
The two charger types suit different situations:
- 22 kW AC chargers (terminal car parks): suited to longer stays such as a day trip. Many cars accept less than 22 kW on AC, so the actual charging speed depends on your car's on-board charger. These chargers are best for topping up over several hours while parked.
- 50 kW DC chargers (long-stay exits): rapid chargers that can add significant range in a short session. Their position near the exits makes them most useful for a top-up on your return, before the drive home, rather than for occupying overnight.
Because the long-stay chargers are few and shared, treat them as a convenience, not a plan. Charging etiquette matters too: move your car once charged so others can use the unit.
How to Use the Chargers
Dublin Airport's car park chargers are listed on the ePower network. ePower chargers are accessed through the ePower app or an RFID card. Pricing is shown in the app at the time of charging; as a reference, the Irish Times reported in September 2026 that ePower's high-speed chargers cost 73c per kWh with a 24c access charge, and lower-power chargers are typically cheaper. Check the live tariff before you plug in.
Parking charges still apply while you charge. If you are charging in a short-term car park, the hourly parking tariff runs as normal.
Where Should You Park an Electric Car at Dublin Airport?
For a day trip, park in the Terminal 2 short-term car park, which has the most chargers. For a long stay, choose a parking option that charges your car while you are away, such as Park2Travel on request or a meet and greet operator with EV charging, or arrive with enough charge to get home.
| Trip | Best EV option | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Same-day return | T2 Short Term (14 chargers) or T1 Car Park C (6) | Most 22 kW units; charge while you are away for the day |
| Long stay, need charge on return | Park2Travel (on request) or a meet and greet operator with EV charging | Car charged while you travel |
| Long stay, enough range | Any long-stay car park; top up at the exit chargers or nearby rapid chargers | Exit chargers are limited and shared |
| Overnight before an early flight | Hotel with EV charging (for example, the Maldron lists EV charging) | Charge overnight at the hotel |
Can You Charge Your EV While You Are Away?
Yes, through Park2Travel, some meet and greet operators and some hotels. Park2Travel arranges charging on request, and several Dublin meet and greet services offer EV charging as an add-on, so your car is returned with a charged battery. DAA's own long-stay car parks do not offer a charging service while you travel.
- Park2Travel: states that you can charge your vehicle while parked by contacting enquiries@park2travel.ie. Arrange it before you travel. See our Park2Travel Dublin Airport review.
- Meet and greet: operators including Dublin Valet Park and H.B. Dennis Airport Parking list EV charging as an option, and a Parkvia-listed meet and greet facility lists EV charging among its features. See our guide to meet and greet parking at Dublin Airport.
- Hotels: the Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport lists EV charging, and travel platforms list car charging at the Clayton Hotel. Confirm availability with the hotel. See our guide to Dublin Airport hotel parking.
Rapid Chargers Near Dublin Airport
If the car park chargers are occupied, there are higher-powered public chargers close to the airport:
- Radisson Blu Dublin Airport hotel: listed on the ePower network with 120 kW CCS chargers.
- Circle K, Corballis Road North: an ESB-network charger with 50 kW CCS and CHAdeMO and 22 kW Type 2 connectors.
Use a charging map app to check live availability before you set off.
Practical Tips for EV Drivers
- Arrive with enough range for the return journey plus a safety margin, especially in winter, when range falls.
- Download the ePower app and register a payment method before you travel.
- For long stays, consider whether a parking option with charging is worth any premium over self-park.
- All DAA car parks accommodate standard cars and SUVs, but the T1 multi-storeys have a 1.85 m height limit, which matters for some larger electric SUVs with roof equipment.
- DAA's long-term car park shuttles are electric, and DAA has said revenue from its planned paid drop-off zones would fund sustainability projects including more EV charging points.
Frequently Asked Questions
For every parking option at the airport, see our main guide to Dublin Airport parking.
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