Manchester, Greater Manchester to Shannon (MAN–SNN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–SNN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 280 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 7 | 73H | 1h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shannon from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→SNN | LPL→SNN | BHX→SNN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 24 mi | 66 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 10m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · SNN: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 6:00 PM in Shannon.
British passport holders enter Ireland freely with no visa, no time limit, and no immigration controls under the Common Travel Area (CTA) agreement. The CTA predates both the EU and Brexit and remains fully in force. UK nationals have the right to live, work, and access public services in Ireland without a visa or permit. No passport stamp is issued.
Airlines and ferries require photo ID for boarding. A UK passport, Irish passport, or UK driving license works for flights. Technically, there are no immigration checks on the Ireland-Northern Ireland land border or on flights/ferries between the UK and Ireland. In practice, spot checks by immigration officers occur at Dublin Airport on some UK arrivals. Carry your passport for positive identification.
Direct flights from London to Dublin run about 1 hour 15 minutes, with routes from most UK regional airports on Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and British Airways. Dublin is also accessible by ferry from Holyhead (3 hours 15 minutes, Irish Ferries/Stena Line). Ireland uses the euro. UK pounds are not accepted in shops but can be exchanged at any bank. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are fully valid in Ireland. Mobile phone roaming is charged at standard rates since Brexit ended the EU roaming regulation for UK users.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–SNN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to SNN
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Shannon Airport (SNN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to SNN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to SNN ranges from 1 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 280 miles (450 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TRN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).