Travelling from London to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from London to Shannon Airport (SNN). Check out your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
1 hour 27 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from London to Shannon Airport.
London and Shannon (where Shannon Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shannon Airport (SNN) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Ryanair at 21:45. Go for the first LHR to SNN departure operated by Ryanair at 06:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from London to SNN won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Shannon Airport (SNN) are available from here.
If you want to leave from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Shannon Airport with Aer Lingus.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from London to SNN. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Shannon Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to Shannon Airport (SNN)? Check out the fares departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The most popular airlines that operate direct flights from London to SNN leaving from LGW include:
Break up your flight from London to Shannon Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and SNN include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can reach LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to SNN? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Shannon Airport (SNN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Shannon Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SNN instead:
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
From Shannon Airport, Shannon is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 7 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Pick up a one-way ticket from London to Shannon Airport from $26 or travel return from just $53. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from London to SNN when you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from London to Shannon Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from London to SNN.
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The best time to fly from London to Shannon Airport (SNN)
August is the busiest month for flights from London to Shannon Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Shannon in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from London to SNN in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from London to Shannon Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Shannon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shannon right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Shannon Airport:
View Point Bunratty Castle and Cratloe Woods House are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Shannon to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sean Lemass Public Library.
Complete your Shannon trip with a car rental
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