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Good to know
- IATA code
- SNN
- ICAO code
- EINN
- Terminals
- 1
- Main road
- N19
- Transport to the centre
- Bus · Taxi
- Time zone
- Europe/Dublin
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Left-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 8
- Rental companies
- 2
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Rental desks at Shannon Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Outside the terminal
Offices 8
At Shannon Airport
Shannon Airport sits in County Clare, adjacent to the Shannon Estuary, halfway between Ennis and Limerick. Shannon Airport has 1 terminal. Rental desks are in the arrivals hall.
Picking up and returning
Driving to the airport
The N19 ends at the airport, and a dual carriageway section finished in 2004 bypasses Shannon town. The E20 also finishes there, at its western end. A new interchange on the N18 (M18) and a dual carriageway north to Ennis date from 2007.
Public transport into town
No railway serves the airport: a rail spur from the Limerick to Ennis line has been proposed for years without result. Sixmilebridge is the closest station, while Ennis and Limerick stations need a bus or taxi connection.
Popular searches at Shannon Airport
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Rules of the road in Ireland
- Alcohol limit
- 0.5 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- tolls on some motorways
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
Ireland: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the left. If you are used to the right, allow yourself a little time at the start — junctions and roundabouts catch people out, not the straight roads.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.
Where do I pick up the car at Shannon Airport?
Rental desks are in the arrivals hall.
Are the motorways tolled?
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Payment is by cash or an electronic tag.
Which car rental companies serve Shannon Airport?
At the airport: Europcar, Hertz and 6 independent offices.