Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Shannon and London share the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from SNN to STN start at 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 23:25 with Ryanair. Overall, there are 15 weekly Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SNN to STN flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring London (and maybe even some other great corners of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers SNN to STN flights. A reliable 85.16% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between SNN and STN:
Edinburgh Airport
Porto Airport
Turin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)
$25 is the lowest price for a one-way Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. Return flights start from $51. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from SNN to STN by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from SNN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Shannon to Shannon Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 15 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SNN:
Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)
Consider booking a hotel close to STN if you're taking a late Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a London Stansted Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from London Stansted Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from London Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From London Stansted Airport, London is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)
The quietest month for a flight from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Shannon Airport to London Stansted Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SNN to STN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to tick off its leading sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.