Shannon Airport (SNN)

Car rental at Shannon Airport, compare prices & where to collect

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Most rental companies at Shannon Airport are in the terminal or a few minutes away by shuttle. Booking ahead is almost always cheaper than the counter and locks in a car, especially in season.

Shannon Airport is about 20 km west of Shannon from Shannon.

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Car rental from Shannon Airport, every provider

A car for Shannon with insurance, compare the rental companies.

Not just the centre

From Shannon Airport to other towns

Galway · 64 km, ~67 min · €74-€118
Killarney · 82 km, ~86 min · €94-€149
Cork · 95 km, ~99 min · €108-€172
Kilkenny · 113 km, ~119 min · €128-€204
Waterford · 132 km, ~139 min · €149-€237

Estimates based on distance and the local tariff. Booking ahead is usually cheaper.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

Where do you collect the car at Shannon Airport?

Desks are in the arrivals hall or a dedicated car park with a shuttle. After booking online you go to the company's desk with the voucher and your passport.

How much is a rental car at Shannon Airport?

Price varies by season and car group. Compare every company below, the gap on the same car runs to tens of percent, and full insurance is usually the biggest difference.

Is there a one-way fee if you drop off elsewhere?

Yes, almost always, from €30 up, depending on distance. If your route is a loop, returning to the same airport avoids it.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Distances & fares: distance calc + local tariff · Terminal detail: the airport site

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