Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to New York: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 23 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Shannon Airport to New York.
New York is 4 hours behind Shannon, where Shannon Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Shannon Airport (SNN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 12:50. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from SNN to JFK is with Aer Lingus at 14:50.
To ensure you get on your flight from SNN to New York, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Shannon Airport to New York. Begin your journey at SNN and arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Shannon Airport to New York. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from SNN to New York that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an ETA if you hold a passport from Ireland. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Shannon Airport to New York.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Shannon, SNN can be reached in approximately 7 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 10 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to SNN? If you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to New York, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to New York
217 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shannon Airport to New York. Return flights start at 398 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SNN to New York.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shannon Airport to New York. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SNN to New York. There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to New York.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shannon Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Central New York is about 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Shannon Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 48 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from SNN to New York, settle in at a hotel near JFK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Shannon Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to New York, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before you book a flight from Shannon Airport to New York, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from SNN to New York sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
After locking in your flight from Shannon Airport to New York, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are major attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
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