Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Rome: what you need to know
Shannon Airport is located in Shannon. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Rome is one hour ahead of Shannon.
Allow plenty of time to catch your SNN to Rome flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Start your journey at SNN and fly nonstop to Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Shannon Airport to Rome tickets.
Keep an eye out for offers from Ryanair. This airline operates direct flights from Shannon Airport to Rome.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SNN to Rome. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Travelling from central Shannon to SNN takes about 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Shannon Airport to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SNN:
Shannon Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SNN land at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shannon Airport to Rome flight is 21 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 53 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SNN to Rome if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Shannon Airport to Rome across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SNN to Rome by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Shannon Airport to Rome by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Shannon Airport to Rome, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near FCO:
Reserving your vehicle from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport about three weeks before your flight from SNN to Rome can help you get the best possible rate.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
After your flight from Shannon Airport to Rome has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA).
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your SNN to Rome flight, settle in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CIA one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
August is the most popular month for flights from Shannon Airport to Rome. To skip the crowds, head to Rome in December.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Shannon Airport to Rome plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNN to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Shannon Airport to Rome:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Saint Peter's Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Rome.
Explore more of Italy
Rome has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Italy waiting to be explored. Around 483 kilometres northwest of Rome, a trip to Milan will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.
Around 193 kilometres southeast of Rome, Naples is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.