☘️ Ireland · Galway Bay

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Aran Islands

Fly to the west, then cross by sea or air

⚠️ Timetables, opening hours, prices and access conditions may change without notice, for reasons beyond our control (season, weather, decisions by operators, venues or local authorities). Before every trip, check the information with the relevant authorities and service providers.

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✈️Airports2 places
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Dublin Airport (DUB)
Dublin · about 2 h 30 by road to Galway

Ireland's main gateway, with many direct flights from Paris and other French cities. Coaches to Galway leave from both terminals.

Flights from FranceCoaches to Galway
🌐Official websitedublinairport.com→
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Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon · about 1 h 15 by road to Galway

The closest airport to Galway and Doolin, with links to several European cities. Flights from France vary by season, so check before booking.

Closest airportWest coast
🌐Official websiteshannonairport.ie→
⛴️To the islands3 places
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Aran Island Ferries
Rossaveal ↔ Inis Mór, Inis Meáin, Inis Oírr

Year-round sailings from Rossaveal, west of Galway: about 40 min to Inis Mór and 50 to 55 min to the other two islands. Shuttle bus from Galway city.

All yearGalway shuttle
🌐Official websitearanislandferries.com→
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O'Brien Ferries Doolin
Doolin ↔ Inis Oírr, Inis Mór

Seasonal ferries from Doolin pier (Clare), the closest port to Inis Oírr. In 2026: Inis Oírr from 4 April to 27 September, Inis Mór from 4 April to 30 August.

SeasonalFrom Clare
🌐Official websiteobrienline.com→
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Aer Arann Islands
Connemara Airport (Inverin) ↔ all three islands

Flights of about 7 minutes to Inis Mór, Inis Meáin and Inis Oírr, daily and all year. Shuttle from Galway bookable with the flight; 10 kg baggage limit.

7-minute flightAll year
🌐Official websiteaerarannislands.ie→