Shannon Airport Posts Record Passenger Numbers In 2025

Shannon Airport recorded its highest number of passengers in over a decade in 2025. Over 2.3 million passengers passed through the Clare base last year, representing a 9% increase on 2024 passenger numbers and the highest amount seen in 16 years. Shannon Airport also saw more than €20 million invested in projects during last year, including the launch of Ireland’s first airfield solar PV farm, the provision of 1,000 new car park spaces and an expansion of the airport’s existing European passenger boarding gates. The Shannon Airport Group says plans are in place for a further €40 million investment this year including a full upgrade of the airport’s immigration and baggage halls along with upgraded taxiways Interim CEO of the Shannon Airport Group Ray O'Driscoll says these investments both enhance the passenger experience while helping Shannon hit its sustainability goals.