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Shannon Airport has recorded a significant surge in passenger traffic this summer, welcoming more than 755,000 passengers across June, July, and August, a 16 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024.

On 24 October 1945, a DC-4 aircraft operated by American Overseas Airlines touched down at Shannon Airport, making history as the first scheduled, commercial transatlantic passenger flight.

Ever wonder who's working behind the scenes to keep Ireland’s airports safe without ever saying a word? In the lead up to International Dog Day on August 26, Shannon Airport is unleashing praise for one of its most dedicated – and adorable – working partners.

The Shannon Airport Group is delighted to announce an exciting new addition to Shannon Airport’s summer ’26 schedule. Discover Airlines, a Lufthansa Group subsidiary, is set to introduce a direct, twice-weekly service from Shannon Airport to Frankfurt, Germany, starting on April 4, 2026.

Shannon Airport is preparing for a bustling August Bank Holiday, with almost 60,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport over the period, marking a 10 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024.

Shannon Airport is proud to announce its newest step toward inclusive travel with the opening of a fully operational Changing Places toilet facility - the first of its kind in County Clare. Situated in the departures area, this state-of-the-art facility ensures that people with complex care needs are supported to travel through the airport.

Shannon Airport is set to experience a significant increase in passenger traffic across the May Bank Holiday period, with more than 53,000 passengers expected to pass through the airport, a rise of 18 per cent compared to the same time last year.

The Shannon Airport Group has welcomed TUI’s decision to operate a new service from Shannon Airport to Majorca for the summer 2025 season, providing a welcome boost with an additional 6,800 seats to become available from the airport.

Finalists in the Galway Chamber Business Awards were commended for their innovation and creativity at a special networking event hosted by The Shannon Airport Group today. The event brought together 30 representatives from shortlisted companies and Galway Chamber officials, ahead of the highly anticipated awards ceremony tomorrow Friday, sponsored by The Shannon Airport Group.

BY Declan Varley