Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Flights from STN to SNN start at 06:05 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last service of the day is at 21:45 with Ryanair. In total, there are 22 weekly Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to SNN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Shannon (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Ireland!). Browse the direct flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for STN to SNN flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between STN and SNN:
Wroclaw Airport
Faro Airport
Reus Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
15 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Return flights start at 30 €. These fares may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from STN to SNN, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from STN to SNN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of all flights leaving Stansted Airport, 64.73% land on schedule at their destination.
Stansted Airport is about 64 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near STN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SNN if you have a late Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Shannon Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and explore beyond Shannon's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Shannon Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Shannon. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
It typically takes 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Shannon. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to SNN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
You've done Shannon, now it's time to explore other corners of Ireland. Travel about 193 kilometres north-east to Dublin to tick off its top attractions. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Cork is another essential stop 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.