Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon is eight hours ahead of San Diego and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Your SAN to SNN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SAN and SNN:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
At the moment, R 6,001 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,559. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SAN to SNN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAN to SNN.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
If you have a late San Diego International 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 resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SNN:
Travel at your own speed with a Shannon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and experience more of Shannon and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Shannon Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport to the centre of Shannon has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It'll take around 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Shannon based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you want to explore Shannon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to SNN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Shannon has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Ireland you should also see. Around 193 kilometres north-east of Shannon, a visit to Dublin will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Cork is another standout destination in Ireland and is around 97 kilometres south of Shannon. No journey is complete without seeing Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.
