Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Porto Airport (OPO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport.
Shannon and Porto are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SNN to OPO flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Flying into Porto (and then discovering more of Portugal!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SNN and OPO include:
Stansted Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Porto Airport (OPO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shannon Airport to Porto Airport flight is R 582. A round-trip fare right now is R 1,205. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from SNN to OPO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Landing cheap flights from SNN to OPO is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Of the departures from Shannon Airport, 66.14% land on time at their destination.
Shannon Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SNN. Whether you have an early flight from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Porto Airport (OPO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shannon Airport to Porto Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OPO instead:
Pick up a Porto Airport rental car and discover Porto and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and Drive & Go are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Porto Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Porto Airport (OPO) to central Porto
From Porto Airport, Porto is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Porto Airport (OPO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Porto in January.
The warmest month in Porto is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Shannon Airport to Porto Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SNN to OPO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Porto, now it's time to discover other parts of Portugal. Travel about 274 kilometres south to Lisbon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Torre de Belem Garden to Estrela At Lisbon - Tram 28 and Archaeological museum of Sao Jorge Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Portugal, consider Amadora, about 274 kilometres south of Porto. Jardim Porta do Viveiro Alfragide, Jardim Caracol do Victor Alfragide and Jardim e estatua Eduardo Jorge are the start of reasons to visit.
