The pedestrian, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene.  The coroner has since been notified, and the body has been taken to Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown.

The scene is currently preserved for gardaí to carry out a technical examination. 

A partial road closure is currently in place at the main access route into Dublin Airport with local diversions. 

"Motorists travelling to Dublin Airport on the morning of Thursday, April 23 2026, might wish to consider allowing extra time for their journey," a garda spokesperson said. 

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.

Road users who may have camera footage, including dash-cam footage and were travelling in the area between 11.45pm on Wednesday, April 22 and 00.15am on Thursday, April 23 2026 are asked to make this available to investigating gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymun Garda Station on (01) 666 4400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

A spokesperson for the daa said it was "deeply saddened by the tragic passing of a passenger." 

"Our deepest sympathies are with the loved ones of the deceased," they said. 

"Emergency services and Airport Police attended the scene immediately. An Garda Síochána is carrying out a full investigation, which daa will continue to assist with.

"Some lanes on the main road leading to Dublin Airport remain closed this morning. 

"However, access remains and traffic is moving well. Further road closures may be required as the morning progresses, with diversions possible. 

"Passengers travelling today are advised to allow extra time to get to the airport and to follow diversions where required," the spokesperson added.