Flying from London to Shannon Airport (SNN): What you need to know
Planning your flight from London to Shannon Airport (SNN) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are the main departure points in London.
The average time for a direct London to Shannon Airport flight is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Shannon Airport is located in Shannon. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Shannon Airport (SNN) is the most popular route. Aer Lingus operates the earliest flight at 9:50am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from LHR to SNN is with Aer Lingus at 7:10pm.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from London to SNN. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can hop on a direct flight from London to Shannon Airport (SNN) out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can travel on a direct flight from London to Shannon Airport with Aer Lingus. This popular carrier operates departures from LHR.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LHR and SNN is Aer Lingus.
With 74.85% of its services arriving as scheduled, Aer Lingus is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Shannon Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Shannon Airport (SNN) plane ticket out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). See if flying from LGW works better for your plans.
From LGW, direct flights from London to SNN are offered by Ryanair.
On the LGW to SNN route, Ryanair is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Choose Ryanair. 83.61% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Shannon Airport arrive on schedule.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SNN flight:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your trip at London Stansted Airport (STN) and go straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from London to Shannon Airport out of here.
Ryanair is one reputable carrier that offers direct London to SNN plane tickets from STN.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Ryanair from STN to SNN.
Ryanair takes the lead in punctuality. A dependable 83.59% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Shannon Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near London Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and touch down when it should.
About Shannon Airport (SNN)
Have a late flight from London to Shannon Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SNN and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your London to Shannon Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Shannon. How long it'll take to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Currently, R 274 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Shannon Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 586. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from London to SNN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable London to Shannon Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Shannon Airport (SNN)
June is the most popular month for flights from London to Shannon Airport (SNN). Plan your visit to Shannon in December for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your London to SNN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Shannon, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Shannon Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shannon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shannon right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from London to Shannon Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. View Point Bunratty Castle, Mooghaun Hill Fort and Shannon Aviation Museum are major attractions which should feature on any good Shannon itinerary.
Explore more of Ireland
Shannon is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres northeast of Shannon, a trip to Dublin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
