Shannon Airport Hoping To Build On Momentum Of Over 10% Increase In Passenger Numbers

Shannon Airport says it's optimistic it can build on the growth it has seen in 2026, with passenger traffic up by more than 10% this year. The latest report from the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation found Shannon's 8.8% increase in passenger numbers compared with 2025 was the highest of any Irish airport. Meanwhile, Shannon's 10.9% passenger growth year-to-date is more than double the growth recorded at Dublin Airport in 2026. Airport Director Niall Kearns says works are underway to facilitate future growth.