*Photograph: Arthur Ellis
115,000 passengers are bound for Shannon Airport this Christmas.
Shannon Airport is to record a four percent increase on its festive traffic in 2024. This holiday season boost coincides with a significant milestone for Shannon Airport, having surpassed two million passengers already this year, for the first time since 2009.
Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, shared her enthusiasm saying: “We are delighted to see continued growth in passenger numbers this year. Shannon Airport’s prime location on the Wild Atlantic Way, combined with our dedication to providing a seamless and enjoyable travel experience, continues to attract travellers from around the world. Our dedicated staff are ready to extend a festive, warm Shannon welcome to all passengers this Christmas season”.
As part of efforts to spread the festive spirit in Shannon Airport, the airport terminal will host a series of performances by local choirs and singers from Clare, Limerick and Tipperary over the next week. Participating choirs include Thomond Primary School, Cratloe National School, St Senan’s National School, St Flannan’s College, Barefield National School, the Shannon Gospel Choir, and singer Cleo Griffin from Nenagh, and with surprises along the way.
A life-size Santa sleigh in the arrivals hall and a stunning 12-foot Christmas tree offer the perfect backdrop for capturing memorable moments as passengers make their journey home.
To add a touch of Christmas magic, travellers heading abroad over the festive season are encouraged to leave a special wish for a loved one on a dedicated Christmas tree in the airport transit lounge.
