Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport take 1 hour 30 minutes. Shannon and London share the same timezone (UTC+0), meaning you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
There are 22 flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport every week. Hop on the 05:45 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from STN to SNN is at 22:30.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the STN - SNN route are:
Faro Airport
Wroclaw Airport
Reus Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from STN to SNN, check if you need a visa to enter Ireland. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport is $30. The cheapest price for a return flight is $55. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from STN to SNN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport is about 64 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes.
After a convenient hotel near STN? If you're on an early flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SNN instead:
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Shannon. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 7 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Shannon. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you want to go to Shannon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from STN to SNN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shannon
Start your Shannon trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from STN to SNN, check out our hotel options including:
View Point Bunratty Castle and Cratloe Woods House are just two of the top attractions to add to your Shannon must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sean Lemass Public Library.
Complete your Shannon trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Shannon Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Shannon stay.