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Cheap flights to Galway

— SNN
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Return from

£39

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£86
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 2/12-8/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • London to Shannon
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in September 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Galway

When is the cheapest time to fly to Galway?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Galway should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Reviews of airlines servicing Galway

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aer Lingus and Ryanair to Ireland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,789 reviews
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Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Griffith,Feb 2026

MAN - DUB

Great experience. Crew was friendly, food was better than what I have experienced with some other airlines and seat pitch was adequate. I would fly Aer Lingus again.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,789 reviews
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,789 reviews
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Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Griffith,Feb 2026

MAN - DUB

Great experience. Crew was friendly, food was better than what I have experienced with some other airlines and seat pitch was adequate. I would fly Aer Lingus again.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,456 reviews
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,789 reviews
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Food

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Griffith,Feb 2026

MAN - DUB

Great experience. Crew was friendly, food was better than what I have experienced with some other airlines and seat pitch was adequate. I would fly Aer Lingus again.

FAQs about flying to Galway

Getting around Galway

Once you arrive in this quaint city on the Emerald Isle, getting around will be done mostly on foot. The city is relatively small and has retained much of its history so exploring all there is to see will be most rewarding on foot or by bike. However, with ferries available to take you across to sites such as the Aran Islands it’s simple to make the most of your stay here.

Getting downtown:

A stone’s throw away from the city itself, it’s fast and hassle-free to make your way from the Galway Airport (GWY) to the centre of the city. Located around 5 miles (7.4km) north of the city, a taxi is cost effective and will take you from your flight to your destination in no time.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Galway if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Galway on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Galway?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Galway.

  • How much is a return flight to Galway?

    A return flight to Galway will typically cost around £76, however they can be found for as little as £27.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Galway depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Galway, Manchester offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 10 minutes).

  • Does Shannon have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Shannon can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Shannon?

    Yes. Shannon has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Great Southern is the closest property to Shannon (0.0 mi away from Shannon).

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