Travelling from Glasgow to Shannon Airport (SNN): What you need to know
Shannon Airport is located in Shannon. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Glasgow.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Glasgow to SNN. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Glasgow to SNN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow Airport (GLA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Glasgow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
81% of flights departing from Glasgow Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from GLA.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to SNN flight:
Flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 83% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Shannon Airport (SNN)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near SNN and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Shannon Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Shannon. The time it takes to get there by taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Right now, $90 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Shannon Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $202. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to SNN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Shannon Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport (SNN). June is when most people travel to Shannon. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
When booking your Glasgow to SNN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Shannon, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 22ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Shannon Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shannon
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Shannon Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shannon:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. View Point Bunratty Castle, Mooghaun Hill Fort and Shannon Aviation Museum are must-do's during your Shannon adventure.
Explore more of Ireland
You've seen Shannon, now it's time to explore other corners of Ireland. Travel about 193 kilometres northeast to Dublin to tick off its leading sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.