Shannon Airport

Shannon Airport Shannon International Airport • Shannon is the only airport in Ireland that remains open all year round.
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It is a 24-hour operation, 365 days a year (even Christmas Day).
• Shannon airport has the longest runway in Ireland at 3,200 metres.
• The world’s first Duty Free shop was established at Shannon Airport in 1947. It began as a small kiosk staffed by one woman and today has grown into a multi-billion dollar retail industry throughout the world.
• Shannon is home to the world-famous Irish coffee, in

vented by Chef Joe Sheridan in 1942 to keep passengers warm while stopping off during their transatlantic flights.
• The airport was originally located at Foynes, as a sea-plane base for transatlantic flights. The airport relocated to a land-based facility in 1945.
• On 5th August 2009 Shannon became was the first airport in the world, outside of the Americas, to provide Full US Pre-clearance facilities to the USA, which includes immigration, customs and agriculture.
• Shannon is the most westerly airport in Europe and in the 1940s and 1950s was the primary technical transit stop for all airlines crossing the Atlantic to and from Europe.
• The aviation fuel storage facility at Shannon is the largest airport storage facility within the State and can hold 50+ days stock with 11 million gallons capacity.
• Shannon Airport is part of Shannon Group plc is a commercial semi-state company established on the 5th September 2014. It brings together the Airport, Shannon Heritage, the International Aviation Services Centre (IASC) and Shannon Commercial Enterprises Ltd, trading as Shannon Commercial Properties.
• The airport is adjacent to Shannon Free Zone, the world’s first Free Trade Zone established in 1959 and home today to over 100 companies.
• The airport environs are home to a cluster of over 40 aviation companies.
• Bunratty Folk Park came into existence when a cottage at the airport was removed to make way for a new runway. It was carefully rebuilt in Bunratty in its original format and led to the development of Bunratty Folk Park, one of the top tourist attractions in the country.
• There are over one million people residing within 90 minutes’ drive time of the airport.

🥊 Best of luck to Olympic gold medallist, world champion and sporting icon Katie Taylor as she prepares to step into Cro...
04/09/2026

🥊 Best of luck to Olympic gold medallist, world champion and sporting icon Katie Taylor as she prepares to step into Croke Park this weekend.

We were delighted to welcome Katie through Shannon Airport earlier this year as she travelled to Boston with where colleagues and passengers alike were thrilled to meet one of Ireland's greatest sporting heroes.

Everyone at Shannon Airport will be cheering her on as she takes to the ring for another huge night in Irish sport. Wishing Katie the very best of luck this weekend! 🇮🇪👏

Manchester is calling! 🛍️🍸✨Whether you're planning a weekend away, a spontaneous overnight stay, or simply looking for s...
04/09/2026

Manchester is calling! 🛍️🍸✨

Whether you're planning a weekend away, a spontaneous overnight stay, or simply looking for some retail therapy, Manchester has it all. From high-street favourites and luxury brands at the Trafford Centre to independent boutiques, buzzing restaurants, cosy brunch spots and lively bars, there's something around every corner.

Add in a thriving music scene, iconic football heritage and plenty of culture, and you've got the perfect city break just over an hour from Shannon.

✈️ Fly direct from Shannon to Manchester with Ryanair daily service and start exploring sooner.

03/09/2026

⛳️ The stage is set for a huge week at Lahinch.

We caught up with USA Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith after arriving through Shannon Airport ahead of a huge week at Lahinch Golf Club.

From the first arrival to the final putt, we're proud to welcome players, teams and fans to the west of Ireland for one of amateur golf's biggest events.

🎥 Hear what Nathan had to say as the team gets set for Walker Cup week.

🍁 Say hello to Toronto and welcome to 🇨🇦We're delighted to share a little more about our newly announced partnership wi...
03/09/2026

🍁 Say hello to Toronto and welcome to 🇨🇦

We're delighted to share a little more about our newly announced partnership with Air Canada, which will see a new non-stop service between Shannon and Toronto take flight from June 2027.

Operating three times weekly, this will be the only direct route between Shannon and Canada, providing greater choice, convenience and connectivity for passengers across the West of Ireland.

🌎 Beyond Toronto, travellers will have seamless access to Air Canada's extensive network, with onward connections to more than 150 destinations across Canada, the USA, Mexico, South America and beyond.

✈️ From 10 June to 3 October 2027
✈️ Three flights per week
✈️ Operated by Air Canada's new Airbus A321XLR

We're proud to welcome Air Canada to Shannon Airport and look forward to building a successful partnership for years to come. 🤝

🔗 Read more: snnairportgroup.ie/2026/shannon-airport-and-air-canada-announce-new-non-stop-shannon-toronto-service-the-only-direct-route-between-shannon-and-canada/

✈️ NEW ROUTE NEWS ✈️Say hello to Toronto 👋🍁We're delighted to announce a brand-new direct service from Shannon Airport t...
03/09/2026

✈️ NEW ROUTE NEWS ✈️

Say hello to Toronto 👋🍁

We're delighted to announce a brand-new direct service from Shannon Airport to Toronto with Air Canada launching next summer.

Operating three times weekly, this exciting new route expands our growing network of 40+ destinations and provides even greater connectivity between the West of Ireland and Canada.

Whether you're planning a city break in Toronto, visiting friends and family, or connecting onwards, your journey just got even easier.

Discover more: 🔗 shannonairport.ie/destinations/toronto

02/09/2026

🏆 After plenty of travel stories, memorable holiday moments and destination inspiration, we've reached the final chapter of our Best Place to Fly From series with

Our passengers from across our network have shared what travel means to them and why Shannon Airport is where so many unforgettable journeys begin. As we wrap up the series, we're celebrating the people, experiences and connections that make Shannon more than just an airport.

🎥 Watch Part 3 and discover why so many travellers believe Shannon Airport is the Best Place to Fly From.

01/09/2026

📸 Step into some of the biggest moments that shaped Ireland in 2025.

We're delighted to host the Press Photographers Ireland Exhibition at Shannon Airport, featuring more than 100 award-winning and shortlisted images spanning News, Sport, Politics, Entertainment and more.

Located in the Check-In Area, this powerful exhibition is free to visit and runs until 14 September, giving passengers and visitors the chance to experience the stories, people and moments that defined the year through the lens of Ireland's leading press photographers.

Press Photographers Ireland CLG

Will you be stopping by? 👇

Another busy month at Shannon Airport! Here's what August looked like ✈️📸🐶 We celebrated International Dog Day by sharin...
01/09/2026

Another busy month at Shannon Airport! Here's what August looked like ✈️📸

🐶 We celebrated International Dog Day by sharing some of our favourite four-legged visitors, patiently waiting in Arrivals to welcome home their favourite humans
🌍 We launched our Best Place to Fly From series with Kathryn Thomas, uncovering travel stories, holiday memories and destination inspiration from passengers across the airport
⛳ We were delighted to welcome the USA Walker Cup Team through Shannon Airport ahead of this year's tournament at Lahinch Golf Club
🎤 Mr. Worldwide made an unexpected stop, giving one very lucky fan a moment he'll never forget
📸 One lucky winner took home return flights to sunny Alicante as we wrapped up our World Photography Day competition

And throughout it all, the summer travel season was in full swing, as thousands of passengers travelled through Shannon Airport on their way to adventures near and far ☀️

31/08/2026

🌍 The journey continues...

Kathryn Thomas is back at Shannon Airport, meeting more passengers and uncovering the travel stories, holiday plans and destination recommendations.

From Mayo supporters gearing up for a big weekend to some The Saw Doctors fans heading to Liverpool for a night of Agri-Pop magic. The conversations offer plenty of travel inspiration, showcasing some of the destinations you can reach directly from Shannon Airport and the experiences waiting at the other end.

🎥 Watch Part 2 of The Best Place to Fly From with Kathryn Thomas and hear more from the people who choose Shannon Airport as their gateway to the world.

⛳️ The countdown to tee-off is on!We were delighted to welcome the USA Walker Cup Team through Shannon Airport on Saturd...
31/08/2026

⛳️ The countdown to tee-off is on!

We were delighted to welcome the USA Walker Cup Team through Shannon Airport on Saturday ahead of this weekend's tournament at Lahinch Golf Club. Pictured is USA player Miles Russell, who showed off a few skills outside the airport after touching down. 🇺🇸🏌️‍♂️

From Lahinch to Doonbeg and with Ryder Cup fever already starting to grow, we're looking forward to welcoming players, supporters and golf fans from around the world over the coming weeks. 🇮🇪✈️🌊

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