Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Tenerife: what you need to know
Tenerife and Shannon (where Shannon Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 4 weekly flights between the two airports, Shannon Airport (SNN) to Tenerife South Airport (TFS) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from SNN to TFS is with Ryanair at 20:45.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from SNN to Tenerife. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Tenerife that lands at Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
Keep an eye out for offers from Ryanair. This airline operates direct flights from Shannon Airport to Tenerife.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from SNN to Tenerife, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
You won't need a visa for Spain if you have a passport from Ireland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from Shannon Airport to Tenerife, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Travelling from central Shannon to SNN takes about 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 7 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel near SNN? If you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to Tenerife, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Tenerife
22 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shannon Airport to Tenerife. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 48 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SNN to Tenerife, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of your departure.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Shannon Airport to Tenerife. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Tenerife
Tenerife North Airport (TFN)
Tenerife North Airport (TFN) to central Tenerife takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 34 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Shannon Airport to Tenerife. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFN instead:
Tenerife South Airport (TFS)
As soon as your flight from Shannon Airport to Tenerife has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 44 minutes by car. Central Tenerife is approximately 64 kilometres from Tenerife South Airport (TFS).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TFS. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from SNN to Tenerife:
Best time to go to Tenerife
August is the most popular month for flights from Shannon Airport to Tenerife. To avoid the crowds, head to Tenerife in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Tenerife is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Shannon Airport to Tenerife in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from SNN to Tenerife sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tenerife
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tenerife right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Shannon Airport to Tenerife:
El Rastro de Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tenerife to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Paseo Domingo Pérez Minik.
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