Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Faro.
Every week, there are five Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 08:55 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 22:00 with Ryanair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FAO to SNN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Shannon (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Ireland!). Check out the direct flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between FAO and SNN include:
Malaga Airport
Manchester Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Currently, R 301 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 935. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from FAO to SNN, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from FAO to SNN.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to Faro Airport's on-time performance, 76.66% of flights complete their journey on time.
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to FAO:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Book a hotel close to SNN if you have a late Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Shannon Airport rental car and discover Shannon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Shannon Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport to central Shannon has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Shannon. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to SNN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
You've visited Shannon, now it's time to explore more of Ireland. Travel about 193 kilometres north-east to Dublin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cork is another standout destination in Ireland and is around 97 kilometres south of Shannon. No trip is complete without seeing Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.