Steve Knight (kitmasterbloke), Wikimedia Commons, A medieval castle at Bunratty, limestone pavements stretching as far as the eye can see in the Burren, then the Atlantic: this itinerary takes on a different character when you land directly in County Clare. On 4 November 2026, Ryanair announced a direct route between Shannon and Milan Bergamo for its summer 2027 season. The first flight is scheduled for Sunday 28 March.
Ryanair’s Shannon–Bergamo flight: the dates and airports to remember
Two flights a week, on Wednesdays and Sundays
The airline plans to operate the route on Wednesdays and Sundays. These two days make it possible to plan three nights from Sunday to Wednesday, or four from Wednesday to Sunday, if the flight times are suitable. The Shannon Airport Group estimates that the route will add around 25,000 seats to its summer schedule. This is a capacity estimate and does not indicate how many travellers will use the route.
The ticket says Milan, but the flight serves Bergamo
The code to look out for is BGY, the code for Milan Bergamo Airport, also known as Orio al Serio. On the Irish side, it is SNN, for Shannon. If you combine this flight with another journey in Lombardy, check the airport on each ticket carefully: Malpensa and Linate are separate airports, and a change may require a transfer by land.
What does this route change for a trip to western Ireland?
A starting point for County Clare, from Bunratty to Galway Bay
For a short stay, start with Bunratty Castle and its folk park, where reconstructed houses and shops recreate different aspects of rural Irish life. As you head north through Clare, the landscape changes: at the Poulnabrone dolmen, a stone table stands out against the limestone of the Burren. At Flaggy Shore, the walk follows Galway Bay. These stops are well suited to a compact stay in a single county, with enough flexibility to move the coastal walk if the wind or rain arrives.
From France, do the sums before buying two tickets
The announcement concerns Italy and Ireland. For a departure from France, travelling via Bergamo mainly makes sense if you are already staying in Lombardy or want to combine the two destinations. Compare the door-to-door journey time and total price, including baggage and transfers, with a direct route to Ireland from your region. If you put together two separate tickets, allow enough time to reach the second flight and check the conditions of each ticket in the event of a delay.
Booking the Shannon–Bergamo flight for 2027
Tickets have gone on sale, with no promotional fare guaranteed
Ryanair and the airport said that tickets were available from the announcement on 4 November. The press release sets neither a promotional price nor a booking deadline: check the official route page and verify the total for your chosen dates. With two flights a week, it is best to confirm both flights before booking non-refundable accommodation, and to check the car collection time or the last bus if you arrive late.
