Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon is five hours ahead of Houston and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your IAH to SNN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IAH and SNN:
Logan International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
R 7,104 is currently the best price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 13,353. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from IAH to SNN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IAH to SNN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport.
Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
78.42% of flights that leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IAH:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
If you're getting in on a late George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SNN:
Pick up a Shannon Airport rental car and explore Shannon and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Shannon Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Shannon. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you want to go to Shannon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAH to SNN in January. Temperatures average 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 you should also see. About 193 kilometres north-east of Shannon, a trip to Dublin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Around 97 kilometres south of Shannon, Cork is another essential stop in Ireland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
