Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon is five hours ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BWI to SNN flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BWI and SNN include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
At the moment, 236 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 609 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from BWI to SNN, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport.
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Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Of all flights departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Baltimore Washington International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BWI? If you've booked an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Consider booking a hotel near SNN if you have a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Shannon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and find adventure across Shannon and beyond.
Booking your ride from Shannon Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Shannon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BWI to SNN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
Shannon has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be discovered. About 193 kilometres north-east of Shannon, a visit to Dublin will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
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 & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.