Traveling from Ottawa to Shannon Airport (SNN): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Ottawa to Shannon Airport (SNN).
The timezone in Shannon is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Ottawa. Shannon Airport is located in Shannon.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Ottawa to SNN.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
YND is about 24 kilometers from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can get to YOW from the center of Ottawa in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kilometers or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to SNN flight:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 58.21%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The street address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About Shannon Airport (SNN)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Shannon Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near SNN and turn in quicker:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Shannon Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and chase adventure across Shannon and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Shannon Airport flight.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport to the center of Shannon is roughly 3 kilometers. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Shannon Airport (SNN)
$533 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Shannon Airport. A return flight starts from $910. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to SNN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Ottawa to Shannon Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Ottawa to SNN.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Ottawa to Shannon Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Shannon Airport (SNN)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Ottawa to Shannon Airport (SNN). August is when most people visit Shannon. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to SNN plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Ottawa to Shannon Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Shannon
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shannon right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ottawa to Shannon Airport:
View Point Bunratty Castle and Atlantic Air Adventures are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Shannon travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Lough Gorteen.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shannon. Around 193 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Trinity College Library, Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Around 177 kilometers east of Shannon, Tallaght is another favorite stop in Ireland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at St. Mark's Parish, Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn and Roadstone Retail Belgard.
