Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, making Shannon one hour behind Cologne.
To ensure you catch your CGN to SNN flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between CGN and SNN:
Stansted Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
R 1,054 is the best price for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,311. These prices may change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CGN to SNN, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, 74.45% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CGN:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SNN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Shannon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and see more of Shannon and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Shannon Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
From Shannon Airport, Shannon is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Shannon in April.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to SNN in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Shannon has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres north-east of Shannon, a visit to Dublin will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Around 97 kilometres south of Shannon, Cork is another essential stop in Ireland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.