Flying from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Shannon Airport (SNN): what you need to know
Shannon's timezone is UTC+0, making Shannon four hours ahead of Buffalo.
Your BUF to SNN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BUF and SNN:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Shannon Airport (SNN)
Currently, £299 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £442. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BUF to SNN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BUF to SNN.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport.
Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
You'll find BUF at Genesee Street.
Of the flights that depart from Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% land on time at their destination.
Central Buffalo to Buffalo Niagara International Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BUF:
Arriving at Shannon Airport (SNN)
Reserve a hotel close to SNN if you're taking a late Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Shannon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and venture far and wide through Shannon and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Shannon Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Shannon Airport (SNN) to central Shannon
Shannon Airport is roughly 3 miles from central Shannon. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Shannon Airport (SNN)
The quietest month for a flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Shannon based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Shannon is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Shannon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUF to SNN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
You've visited Shannon, now it's time to explore more of Ireland. Travel about 120 miles north-east to Dublin to check off its leading sights. From Guinness Storehouse to Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cork is another must-experience destination in Ireland and is around 60 miles south of Shannon. No trip is complete without dropping by Blarney Castle, Fota Wildlife Park and Titanic Experience Cobh.
