Shannon Airport is Ireland’s second largest airport. Located close to Limerick and Ennis, the airport is an excellent alternative to Dublin International Airport, if you want to discover Ireland outside its capital, and be ready to hit the Irish country roads without too much delay. Renowned for its efficiency, and the growing number of flights it handles, Shannon airport is trying to win the crazy challenge of competing with Dublin airport…
Thanks to its proximity to Limerick and the region’s major motorways, Shannon airport is ideal for travelers wishing to discover south-west Ireland with its famous Ring of Kerry, County Cork, or County Clare (and its legendary Cliffs of Moher).
Arriving directly in Shannon saves you a lot of kilometers to cover, as well as the extra fatigue of transport.
In addition, Shannon airport is less congested than its Dublin counterpart, making it much easier to get to and from, either way.
In addition to international flights, Shannon also operates domestic routes between Dublin and Belfast. On the transatlantic side, the airport serves most of Europe’s major cities and capitals, via numerous airlines. Apart from this advantage, here’s an overview of what Shannon Airport has to offer:
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Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
follow the N19 towards Shannon, Shannon (County Clare) - Republic of Ireland
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