New York to Shannon (JFK–SNN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–SNN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Aer Lingus and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 3,074 miles in approximately 6h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 32Q | 6h25 | – | – | |
| EI Aer Lingus | 7 | A21N | 6h25 | – | – | |
| AI Air India | 1 | – | 18h41 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Shannon from New York
| Metric | JFK→SNN | EWR→SNN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 14 |
| Flight time | 6h 25m | 6h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 67% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · SNN: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 10:00 PM in Shannon.
US passport holders enter Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Ireland is an EU member but not in the Schengen area, so time spent in Ireland does not count against any Schengen 90-day limit. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay (Ireland has no minimum validity requirement beyond the trip dates). At Dublin Airport (DUB), Shannon (SNN), or Cork (ORK), immigration stamps your passport and may ask about your accommodation and return plans.
Ireland is part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) with the United Kingdom, Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man. There are no routine immigration checks on travel between Ireland and the UK, but you still need valid identification. Northern Ireland (part of the UK) is freely accessible from the Republic with no border controls. The Wild Atlantic Way (2,500km coastal driving route) and the Ring of Kerry are among Europe's best road trips.
Direct flights from New York JFK to Dublin run about 6 hours 30 minutes on Aer Lingus, Delta, and United. Boston (BOS) to Dublin runs about 5 hours 30 minutes. Direct service also operates from Chicago, Newark, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington Dulles. Ireland uses the euro, trading at roughly $1.08 per EUR 1. The Leap Card works on Dublin Bus, Luas tram, and DART commuter rail at EUR 1.70 to EUR 3.30 per trip. The Airlink Express bus 747 runs from Dublin Airport to the city center in 30 minutes for EUR 8 ($8.65). Pub culture is part of daily life: a pint costs EUR 5.50 to EUR 7.50 ($5.95 to $8.10) depending on location.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–SNN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to SNN
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Shannon Airport (SNN) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, JetBlue and Aer Lingus. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
JFK to SNN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to SNN ranges from 6 hours 25 minutes to 18 hours 41 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,074 miles (4,946 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 29 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via IAD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).