Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Shannon.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SNN to BCN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SNN and BCN:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport flight is £33. A round-trip ticket is currently £73. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SNN to BCN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SNN make it to their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
To get to Shannon Airport from central Shannon, it takes about 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 kms (2 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SNN? If you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Consider booking a hotel near BCN if you're catching a late Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Barcelona Airport rental car and explore Barcelona and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Nizacars Rent A Car are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Barcelona. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Barcelona in March.
When reserving your flight from Shannon Airport to Barcelona Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SNN to BCN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 257 kms (160 miles) west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, consider Logroño, about 402 kms (250 miles) west of Barcelona. Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria are among the biggest draws.