Traveling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Glasgow and Shannon share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Leave plenty of time to make your PIK to SNN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PIK and SNN:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Lanzarote Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Currently, $95 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $166. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PIK to SNN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Of the departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Glasgow Prestwick Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to PIK? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
If you're coming in on a late Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SNN:
Pick up a Shannon Airport rental car and explore Shannon and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Shannon Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is approximately 3 miles from the center of Shannon. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow Prestwick 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 more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Shannon Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Shannon, with the temperature ranging from 50ºF to 72ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIK to SNN in January. Average temperatures are between 32ºF and 48ºF then.
Explore more of Ireland
Shannon is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Ireland you should also see. Around 120 miles north-east of Shannon, a visit to Dublin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Ireland, head for Cork, about 60 miles south of Shannon. Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh are highlights.
