Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, making Shannon one hour behind Alicante.
Flights from ALC to SNN start at 06:00 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 22:45 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of six weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ALC to SNN flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Shannon (and then seeing more of Ireland!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating ALC to SNN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ALC and SNN include:
Manchester Airport
Stansted Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Rs5,547 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs12,072. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from ALC to SNN by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from ALC to SNN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ALC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
If you're getting in on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SNN:
Grab a Shannon Airport rental car and explore Shannon and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Shannon Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Shannon. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Shannon based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to SNN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of Ireland
You've visited Shannon, now it's time to explore other corners of Ireland. Journey around 193 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its popular sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Ireland, consider Cork, about 97 kilometres south of Shannon. Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh are key reasons to visit.
