Journey information
Overview: Shannon to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Shannon to Edinburgh depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 320 miles (515 km) distance in 1h 20m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 320 miles (515 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Flights per day 15 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
Cheapest month to travel March |
First flight 05:50 |
Last flight 22:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Shannon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Shannon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shannon to Edinburgh will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 flights that leave Shannon for Edinburgh onThu, Dec 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct flights cover the 515 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the longest flights will take 10 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Shannon to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Shannon to Edinburgh flights for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:55 PM Shannon | 5h20 | 9:15 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Shannon | 10h25 | 6:40 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Shannon | 10h15 | 6:40 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Shannon to Edinburgh Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shannon to Edinburgh by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Shannon to Edinburgh generally leave from Shannon Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Shannon Airport is 6.7 km away from Shannon city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival featuring thousands of performances
- Edinburgh International Festival, a celebration of music, theatre, and dance from around the globe
- Beltane Fire Festival, a traditional Celtic festival marking the beginning of summer with fire displays and performances
- Edinburgh Christmas Market, a festive market offering crafts, food, and entertainment during the holiday season.
- New Year’s Day, a time for traditional celebrations and fireworks
- Easter Monday, a public holiday with springtime events and family gatherings
- May Day, marking the arrival of spring with various local festivities
- August Bank Holiday, an opportunity to enjoy late summer activities and events.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Shannon to Edinburgh
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including The Loop and WHSmith.
- Parking available for short-term and long-term, approximately 3.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounge available, including the Ború Lounge.
- Located at the information desk.
- Bus: 343, 51, 64
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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