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CarTrawler Partners with Ireland’s Shannon Airport
This partnership will provide airport passengers with online access to a range of transportation solutions, including car rental, taxi, shuttle, and private transfer.

Photo courtesy of CarTrawler.

Photo courtesy of CarTrawler.
CarTrawler, an online global car rental platform, has announced a partnership with Ireland’s Shannon Airport.
This partnership will provide passengers with online access to a range of ground transportation solutions from Shannon Airport, including car rental, taxi, shuttle, and private transfer.
“I’m delighted to announce this landmark partnership with Shannon Airport, the first of its kind in Ireland,” said Michael Cunningham, chief commercial officer of CarTrawler. “CarTrawler’s scale, its market-leading technology, and its status as the world’s best-converting transport platform will hugely benefit Shannon Airport’s customers. They will now enjoy an enhanced booking experience, with direct access to a full range of ground transportation solutions, including car rental, shuttle, taxi, and private transfer.”
“Shannon Airport has always been synonymous with innovation,” said Isabel Harrison, B2B manager of Shannon Airport. “By becoming the first Irish airport to work with CarTrawler, we are yet again leading the way in offering our passengers a value proposition. Our aim is to make FlyShannon.ie a one-stop-shop for all our passengers’ needs. So, not only can you plan and book your holiday through FlyShannon.ie, you can now book your airport transfer or car hire at your final destination, safe in the knowledge that it will be waiting for you when you arrive. CarTrawler has access to over 1,500 car rental agencies to ensure you get the best rates available. This partnership is another step towards making your travel through Shannon Airport as stress-free as it should be.”
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