Flights Shannon → Bristol
SNN → BRS
How long is the flight from Shannon to Bristol?
The flight from Shannon (SNN) to Bristol (BRS) takes about 59 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route operates between Shannon and Bristol, utilizing the Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 42-300 aircraft. The airport in Shannon, which has been open since 1942, connects to a highly trafficked destination with over seven million passengers passing through Bristol Airport annually.
The Shannon (SNN) → Bristol (BRS) route is operated by Aer Lingus. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 9/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Bristol the average ATFM delay is 1.8 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Shannon the average ATFM delay is 0.9 minutes.
Heading to Bristol: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Shannon (SNN) to Bristol (BRS) heads east for about 449 km, a flight time of roughly 59m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Shannon the average ATFM delay is 0.9 min (atfm); arriving into Bristol it is 1.8 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aer Lingus (EI) | 79% | 42 min | 2.5% |
Airlines operating SNN-BRS
Frequently asked questions about SNN-BRS
The flight from Shannon (SNN) to Bristol (BRS) takes about 59 min. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 1 airline: Aer Lingus.
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The Shannon-Bristol route is about 449 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €250, barring extraordinary circumstances.
