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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon:

• Earliest: departs at 18:50 and lands at 01:10
• Latest: departs at 19:50 and lands at 02:10.

The flight takes about 6h 20m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon.

A direct flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon takes 6h 20m, covering 7,955 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon range from €505 to €755, with an average of €595 over the past 12 months. Anything below €505 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the €595 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €449 return via London Heathrow (LHR), compared with €596 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €49–€90 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aer Lingus and Iberia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757-200 variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon flights:

• Delta
• Air France

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €288, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

Shannon Airport (SNN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around €30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Sixt
• Europcar
• Easirent
• Thrifty

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Shannon (SNN).

Connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon most commonly pass through:

• London Heathrow (LHR) – 62% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 38% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at €571 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at €642, a difference of €71.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Aer Lingus operates flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Shannon.

Flying via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 58m, compared to 12h 30m via London Heathrow (LHR).

Shannon is 4 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Irish Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Shannon flights:

• Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers free seat selection
• KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Different airlines allow varying carry-on and checked allowances on this route. If you book Aer Lingus, you're allowed maximum weight luggage of 22 lbs. The bag should be at most 21.5 x 15.5 x 9.5 inches to fit in the overhead cabin. If you book with United Airlines, your luggage shouldn't weigh more than 50 lbs. Also, the luggage should be at most 9 x 14 x 22 inches. If flying with JetBlue, you can carry one bag that is at most 50 lbs. The maximum dimensions should be at most 22 x 14 x 9 in. to fit above your seat.

JetBlue is focused on maintaining a healthy environment by recycling and reusing materials, and using electric ground support equipment to reduce carbon footprint. In addition, the company has designed A320neo aircraft to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. Aer Lingus is also committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. These airlines have powered 10% of the fleet to use sustainable aviation fuel, a step toward a lower-carbon future.

SNN airport serves a few nearby cities. Upon arrival, you can visit several cities, including Adare to the south, Newcastle to the northeast, Abbeyfeale to the southwest, and Charleville to the south. You can take a bus to the airport depending on the city you need to visit. Also, you can rent a car at the airport, especially if you intend to visit a few cities upon arrival.

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a hub for American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Thus, this airport connects and links many American and European cities, serving millions of passengers annually. On the other hand, Shannon Airport is a hub for American Airlines, Aer Lingus, and Air Canada. This way, the airport serves regular, domestic, and international flights to many global destinations.