Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Shannon.
Flights from SNN to EDI start at 07:15 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 23:25 with Ryanair. In total, there are three weekly Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your SNN to EDI flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Edinburgh — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering SNN to EDI flights, with 71.88% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SNN and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
Stansted Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
£13 is the best price for a one-way Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from £25. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from SNN to EDI, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SNN to EDI.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
When it comes to Shannon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.14% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Shannon Airport is around 3 miles from central Shannon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SNN:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Travel at your own pace with an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and discover more of Edinburgh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to the centre of Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Edinburgh. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Shannon Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SNN to EDI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 250 miles south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 40 miles west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without a visit to Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
