Pictured arriving at the airport ahead of St. Patrick’s day are Nick Mellamphy and Kirsten Tinkler from Surrey, UK.
SHANNON AIRPORT is preparing for a 14 percent increase in passengers for the St Patrick’s Day period.
33,400 passengers are expected to travel through Shannon Airport for St Patrick’s Day representing a 14 percent jump on 2023 figures.
In the lead up to the national holiday, Shannon Airport has been festooned with special St. Partrick’s Day themed decorations to get arriving and departing passengers and visitors collecting loved ones into a celebratory mood.
A bespoke St. Patrick’s Day display has been created in the airport arrivals hall to give arriving passengers a special photo opportunity. A giant shamrock with a welcoming message, set in a pastural scene with sheep inspired by the beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way, has been created for plenty of selfies and group photo opportunities. Also, in the lead up to St. Patrick’s Day, Shannon Airport staff will be handing out free chocolate treats to some lucky passengers.
Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, expressing optimism about the anticipated influx of passengers said, “We are delighted with the expected increase in passenger traffic at our airport over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday period. Our diverse range of air services at Shannon serve as a vital gateway, connecting tourists to the stunning beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way. This not only supports our region’s tourism industry but also boosts the regional and national economy”.
She continued, “The period also coincides with the annual Cheltenham racing festival, so we are prepared for a busy week”.
Dublin Airport meanwhile will have more than 650,000 arriving and departing passengers from Tuesday to Monday. The busiest day will be Friday when around 105,000 passengers are expected, including 51,000 arriving passengers and 54,000 departing passengers.
Cork Airport expects over 50,000 passengers across the St. Patrick’s Bank Holiday weekend, The Airport will play host to a feast of traditional Irish music and dance as local and regional music groups take to the specially decorated St. Patrick’s Weekend stage to entertain passengers. Passenger traffic in Cork is 11% higher than the same period last year, with high demand for European city breaks and sun holidays remaining strong while year-to-date figures are up 20%, compared to the same period last year.
