Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Shannon four hours ahead of New York.
Each week, there are 11 John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport flights. To get going early, pick the 18:29 Aer Lingus flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:30 with Delta Air Lines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to SNN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta Air Lines is your ticket to exploring Shannon (and perhaps some other great corners of Ireland!). Check out the direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier that operates JFK to SNN flights. An impressive 81.25% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JFK and SNN:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Right now, 138 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 297 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap tickets from JFK to SNN, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from JFK to SNN.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy 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 John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near JFK:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SNN if you have a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Shannon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire to explore Shannon and beyond.
Booking your ride from Shannon Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Shannon. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Shannon. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you'd like to go to Shannon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to SNN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Ireland
You've done Shannon, now it's time to explore more of Ireland. Journey about 193 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its top attractions. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Cork is another favourite destination in Ireland and is around 97 kilometres south of Shannon. No trip is complete without seeing Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
