Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Faro and Shannon follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
Choose from four weekly Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your FAO to SNN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Shannon (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Ireland!). Browse the direct flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating FAO to SNN flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as planned 76.47% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between FAO and SNN:
Manchester Airport
London Stansted Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
$42 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Return flights start at $102. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from FAO to SNN, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Faro Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near FAO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Book a hotel close to SNN if you're on a late Faro Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Shannon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and venture far and wide through Shannon and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Shannon Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
From Shannon Airport, Shannon is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
June is the most popular month for flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Shannon in February.
When reserving your flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Shannon, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 22ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FAO to SNN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shannon. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Around 97 kilometres south of Shannon, Cork is another favourite stop in Ireland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.