Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 2 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. Faro and Shannon share the same timezone — UTC+0.
There are 5 flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport weekly. Hop on the 05:45 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from FAO to SNN is 22:00.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between FAO and SNN:
Malaga Airport
Stansted Airport
Birmingham International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from FAO to SNN, check if you need a visa to enter Ireland. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
C$28 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. A return flight starts at C$78. These prices may change depending on availability.
To snag cheap flight tickets from FAO to SNN, reserve your trip 8 months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Faro Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near FAO? If you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SNN if you have a late flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 about 7 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Shannon. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Faro Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you want to go to Shannon during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 22ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to SNN in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
More about Shannon
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Shannon right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from FAO to SNN:
View Point Bunratty Castle and Cratloe Woods House are just two of the big attractions to put on your Shannon travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sean Lemass Public Library.
Complete your Shannon trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Shannon Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Shannon vacation.