Travelling from Belfast to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport (SNN) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Belfast and Shannon (where Shannon Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to SNN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Belfast to SNN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Take a pause at one of these airports:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
From the centre of Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between George Best Belfast City Airport and SNN:
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Belfast to SNN? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Shannon Airport (SNN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SNN:
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport to central Shannon is about 7 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Shannon Airport is ج.م. 3,825. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 7,785. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from Belfast to SNN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Belfast to Shannon Airport across the month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight your budget will love.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Belfast to SNN.
Customise your trip using filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Shannon. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Belfast to SNN, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Shannon, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 22ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Belfast to Shannon Airport.
More about Shannon
After locking in your flight from Belfast to Shannon Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shannon:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. View Point Bunratty Castle, Cratloe Woods House and Sean Lemass Public Library are major attractions which should feature on every Shannon itinerary.
Complete your Shannon trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Shannon and see the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Belfast to Shannon Airport.
