Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport.
Shannon and London are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
Flights from SNN to STN start at 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 22:30 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 22 weekly Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport flights.
Your SNN to STN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. 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 domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for SNN to STN flights is Ryanair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SNN and STN:
Edinburgh Airport
Turin Airport
Porto Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Stansted Airport (STN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport flight is R 350. A return fare is currently R 701. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from SNN to STN, book your journey five months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SNN to STN.
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Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shannon Airport, data shows 66.14% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Shannon Airport from central Shannon, it'll take about 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SNN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Grab a Stansted Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Stansted Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
The quietest month for a flight from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Stansted Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNN to STN in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.