Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon is two hours behind Athens and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your ATH to SNN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATH and SNN include:
Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
At the moment, Rs19,987 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs42,826. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ATH to SNN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SNN instead:
Pick up a Shannon Airport rental car and discover Shannon and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Shannon Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
From Shannon Airport, Shannon is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Shannon based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Shannon Airport for July if you want to explore Shannon during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 22ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SNN in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Ireland
You've done Shannon, now it's time to explore other corners of Ireland. Travel around 193 kilometres north-east to Dublin to check off its leading sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Cork is another favourite destination in Ireland and is around 97 kilometres south of Shannon. No trip is complete without visiting Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
