Shannon · Ireland
Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport (SNN) is located in County Clare on the west coast of Ireland, approximately 24 kilometres west of Limerick and 22 kilometres south of Ennis. The airport operates from a single passenger terminal handling domestic, European, and transatlantic services. It is notable for offering US Customs and Border Protection Preclearance facilities for eligible outgoing transatlantic flights.
Terminaler
- Main Terminal
- A single-terminal building that handles all commercial passenger arrivals and departures.
Ankomst
Arrivals follow a straightforward sequence through border control, baggage reclaim, and customs into the public arrivals concourse.
- Follow the terminal signage along the arrival corridor to Border Control after disembarking.
- Present your passport and travel documents at Irish Border Control; non-EU/EEA passport holders may be asked standard entry questions.
- Proceed directly to the baggage reclaim hall located past passport control to collect checked luggage.
- Pass through Customs clearance using the Green Channel if you have nothing to declare or the Red Channel if carrying goods exceeding duty-free allowances.
- Exit into the main public arrivals hall to access onward transport options, car rental counters, and airport information.
Reise til byen
Buss
Bus
Bus Éireann operates regular express and regional coach services directly from the bus stops located outside the arrivals building.
- Tid:
- Roughly 35-45 minutes to Limerick city centre; 25-30 minutes to Ennis
- Typisk pris:
- Typically €6 - €10 single fare
Taxi
Taxi
Official airport taxis are available from the dedicated taxi rank situated outside the main terminal entrance.
- Tid:
- Roughly 25-30 minutes to Limerick city centre
- Typisk pris:
- Typically €40 - €55 depending on destination, time of day, and traffic conditions
Bilutleie
Car Rental
Several major car hire companies maintain customer desks in the main arrivals hall, with vehicles parked a short walking distance away.
- Tid:
- Varies by destination; roughly 25 minutes to Limerick via the N18 motorway
- Typisk pris:
- Varies by provider, booking lead time, and vehicle category
Forbindelser og transfer
Connecting through Shannon Airport is facilitated by its compact single-terminal design.
- Follow international transfer signs if connecting to an onward flight without leaving the secure area.
- Passengers transferring from non-EU flights must clear security screening prior to entering the airside departure hall.
- Transatlantic passengers departing for the United States complete US Preclearance at Shannon, clearing US passport and customs checks before departure.
- Allow at least 90 to 120 minutes for onward flight connections, particularly if re-checking luggage.
Wi-Fi og tilkobling
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout all public and airside zones of the terminal.
- Connect to the official airport Wi-Fi network from your device settings.
- Accept the terms of service on the browser pop-up screen to gain instant access.
- Power charging stations and standard electrical sockets are situated near seating areas in both arrivals and departures.
Penger, kort og tipsing
The official currency in Ireland is the Euro (€). Electronic payment options are widely accepted throughout the airport and regional transport networks.
- ATMs dispensing Euros are located in both the public arrivals hall and airside departures area.
- Currency exchange services operate landside in the terminal for cash exchanges.
- Contactless debit and credit cards, as well as mobile payment apps, are accepted by most transport operators and airport traders.
Mat og drikke
Dining choices range from quick-service cafés landside to full-service restaurants and bars past security.
- Landside options in the check-in and arrivals areas serve hot drinks, sandwiches, and bakery goods.
- Airside dining features sit-down meals, bars, and grab-and-go snack outlets.
- Options accommodating vegetarian and gluten-free dietary preferences are available.
Lounger og hvile
An executive departure lounge is located airside for eligible airline passengers and fee-paying travellers.
- The Boru Lounge is situated in the central departures concourse after passing through security control.
- Access is complimentary for premium ticket holders and eligible lounge pass members, or available via single-use entry fee payment at the door or online.
- Facilities include quiet seating, complimentary refreshments, Wi-Fi, and flight status displays.
Flyplasshoteller
Hotel options are located within walking distance of the terminal and in nearby Shannon town.
- The Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport is situated on the airport site, a short walk from the terminal building.
- Additional hotels, guesthouses, and apartments are situated approximately 5 minutes by car in Shannon town.
- Limerick city and Ennis offer extensive accommodation options within a 30-minute drive or bus ride.
Bagasje og toll
Baggage reclaim carousels and support services are situated on the ground floor of the terminal.
- Baggage reclaim carousels are positioned directly after passport control.
- Enquire at the airline ground handling desks in the baggage hall regarding delayed or damaged luggage.
- Left-luggage and luggage storage services can be arranged landside at the airport information desk.
Familie og tilgjengelighet
Facilities for passengers travelling with children are provided throughout the terminal building.
- Baby changing facilities are integrated into unisex accessible restrooms across landside and airside zones.
- The single-level terminal design and lifts ensure easy navigation with pushchairs and strollers.
- A small play area for children is located airside near the main departure gates.
Fasiliteter
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange
- Car Rental Desks
- Executive Lounge
- US Preclearance
- Luggage Storage
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Multi-Faith Prayer Room
Nødsituasjon og sikkerhet
Lokalt nødnummer: 112 / 999 (National Emergency Services).
- In an emergency, dial 112 or 999 from any telephone to reach police (Gardaí), fire, or ambulance services.
- First aid services are available inside the terminal; notify any airport security officer or staff member for immediate assistance.
- If you lose your passport, report the loss to An Garda Síochána (Irish police) and contact your home country's embassy or consulate in Dublin.
Før du reiser hjemmefra
- Sjekk passets gyldighet og eventuelt visum, ETA eller innreisedeklarasjon som kreves.
- Bekreft avgangsterminalen på boardingkortet ditt dagen før.
- Aktiver en reise-eSIM slik at du er online i det øyeblikket du lander.
- Last ned offline-kart og skjermdump hotelladressen din og bookingreferansen.
- Gi beskjed til banken din at du skal reise og ha med et reservebetalingskort.
- Lagre det lokale nødnummeret og ambassadekontakten din på telefonen.
- Fotografer passet ditt og lagre kopien et sted du kan nå offline.
- Sjekk bagasjegrenser og eventuelle restriksjoner for destinasjonen din.
Offisielle kilder
Flyplassdriften endres. Bekreft alltid terminaler, priser og rutetider med de offisielle kildene nedenfor før du reiser.
- https://www.shannonairport.ie/Offisiell flyplasskilde
- https://www.irishimmigration.ie/Offentlig kilde
- https://www.revenue.ie/Offentlig kilde
- https://www.buseireann.ie/Offisiell kollektivkilde
- https://www.garda.ie/Offentlig kilde
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