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- Airlines will always try to sit children with their parents (subject to check-in)
- Some airlines will allow travel for unaccompanied minors. Please email us to check.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
- Most airlines will let infants travel with their parent(s) for free. However some airlines will charge up to 10% of the adult ticket price. Click on 'Price Breakdown' to find out more.
- If you are pregnant, but due before the flight departure date, please contact us once your baby is born and has a name. We can then add him/her to your ticket.
- Infants will not be given a seat. The airlines expect parents to travel with them on their lap.
- Airlines regard infants as being under 24 months old.
- The fare is based on the child's age on the date of travel.
- More detailed information can be found here Traveling with children
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About
Aer Lingus is the national flag carrier airline of Ireland who's founded in 1936 and operates from its base at Dublin Airport. The Irish carrier flies to over 100 destinations including Aberdeen, Agadir, Alicante, Athens, Baltimore, Belfast, Berlin, Birmingham, Chicago, Copenhagen, Cork, Derry, Dusseldorf, Faro, Edinburgh, Lyon, Madrid, Milan, Munich, New York, Stuttgart, Toronto and many others. The carrier serves over 12 million passengers per year.
In 2015, the International Airlines Group (IAG) bought the Aer Lingus shares from the Irish Government and Ryanair to complete the IAG's takeover. The airline was previously a member of the oneworld alliance, but it has no plans to re-enter the alliance despite the majority of IAG airlines being a member of oneworld.
The airline has codeshare agreements with Air Canada, British Airways, Etihad Airways, JetBlue Airways, KLM and United Airlines.
Destinations
Aer Lingus announced that it is operating flights from Manchester to Orlando, Barbados and New York in Summer 2021 and Boston in Summer 2022.
| COUNTRY | CITY | AIRPORT |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Salzburg | Salzburg Airport |
| Austria | Vienna | Vienna International Airport |
| Barbados | Barbados | Bridgetown/Grantley Adams Airport |
| Belgium | Brussels | Brussels Airport |
| Bulgaria | Burgas | Burgas Airport |
| Canada | Toronto | Toronto Pearson International Airport |
| Croatia | Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik Airport |
| Croatia | Pula | Pula Airport |
| Croatia | Split | Split Airport |
| Czech Republic | Prague | Václav Havel Airport Prague |
| Finland | Rovaniemi | Rovaniemi Airport |
| France | Bordeaux | Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport |
| France | Lyon | Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport |
| France | Marseille | Marseille Provence Airport |
| France | Montpellier | Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport |
| France | Nantes | Nantes Atlantique Airport |
| France | Nice | Nice Côte d'Azur Airport |
| France | Paris | Charles de Gaulle Airport |
| France | Perpignan | Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport |
| France | Rennes | Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport |
| France | Toulouse | Toulouse–Blagnac Airport |
| Germany | Berlin | Berlin Tegel Airport |
| Germany | Düsseldorf | Düsseldorf Airport |
| Germany | Frankfurt | Frankfurt Airport |
| Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg Airport |
| Germany | Munich | Munich Airport |
| Germany | Stuttgart | Stuttgart Airport |
| Greece | Athens | Athens International Airport |
| Greece | Corfu | Corfu International Airport |
| Greece | Rhodes | Rhodes International Airport |
| Hungary | Budapest | Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport |
| Ireland | Cork | Cork Airport |
| Ireland | Donegal | Donegal Airport |
| Ireland | Dublin | Dublin Airport |
| Ireland | Kerry | Kerry Airport |
| Ireland | Knock | Ireland West Airport Knock |
| Ireland | Shannon | Shannon Airport |
| Isle of Man | Douglas | Isle of Man Airport |
| Italy | Alghero | Alghero–Fertilia Airport |
| Italy | Brindisi | Brindisi Airport |
| Italy | Bologna | Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport |
| Italy | Catania | Catania–Fontanarossa Airport |
| Italy | Milan | Milan Linate Airport |
| Italy | Milan | Milan Malpensa Airport |
| Italy | Naples | Naples International Airport |
| Italy | Pisa | Pisa International Airport |
| Italy | Rome | Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport |
| Italy | Venice | Venice Marco Polo Airport |
| Italy | Verona | Verona Villafranca Airport |
| Jersey | Saint Helier | Jersey Airport |
| Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius International Airport |
| Netherlands | Amsterdam | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol |
| Netherlands | Eindhoven | Eindhoven Airport |
| Morocco | Agadir | Agadir–Al Massira Airport |
| Poland | Warsaw | Warsaw Chopin Airport |
| Portugal | Faro | Faro Airport |
| Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon Portela Airport |
| Spain | Alicante | Alicante–Elche Airport |
| Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona–El Prat Airport |
| Spain | Bilbao | Bilbao Airport |
| Spain | Fuerteventura | Fuerteventura Airport |
| Spain | Lanzarote | Lanzarote Airport |
| Spain | Las Palmas | Gran Canaria Airport |
| Spain | Madrid | Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport |
| Spain | Málaga | Málaga Airport |
| Spain | Palma de Mallorca | Palma de Mallorca Airport |
| Spain | Santiago de Compostela | Santiago de Compostela Airport |
| Spain | Tenerife | Tenerife South Airport |
| Switzerland | Geneva | Geneva Airport |
| Switzerland | Zürich | Zürich Airport |
| Turkey | İzmir | Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport |
| United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai International Airport |
| United Kingdom | Aberdeen | Aberdeen Airport |
| United Kingdom | Belfast | George Best Belfast City Airport |
| United Kingdom | Birmingham | Birmingham Airport |
| United Kingdom | Bristol | Bristol Airport |
| United Kingdom | Edinburgh | Edinburgh Airport |
| United Kingdom | Glasgow | Glasgow Airport |
| United Kingdom | Leeds/Bradford | Leeds Bradford Airport |
| United Kingdom | London | Gatwick Airport |
| United Kingdom | London | Heathrow Airport |
| United Kingdom | Manchester | Manchester Airport |
| United Kingdom | Newcastle Upon Tyne | Newcastle International Airport |
| United Kingdom | Newquay | Newquay Airport |
| United States | Boston | Logan International Airport |
| United States | Chicago | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| United States | Hartford | Bradley International Airport |
| United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles International Airport |
| United States | Miami | Miami International Airport |
| United States | Minneapolis | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport |
| United States | New York City | John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| United States | Newark | Newark Liberty International Airport |
| United States | Orlando | Orlando International Airport |
| United States | Philadelphia | Philadelphia International Airport |
| United States | San Francisco | San Francisco International Airport |
| United States | Seattle | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport |
| United States | Washington, D.C. | Washington Dulles International Airport |
Baggage
Carry-on Baggage
Passengers are permitted a carry on bag, weighing a maximum of 10kg. This item must be no more than 55 x 40 x 24 cm. Please note that Aer Lingus regional services baggage allowance is a 7kg bag that is no larger than 48 x 33 x 20cm.
In addition, passengers are permitted one small personal item, such as a small handbag, a laptop case, camera case or reading material.
Checked Baggage
Checked bags must not exceed the combined dimensions of 158cm and all bags must weigh less than 32kg.
Passengers travelling within Europe can purchase the following bag sizes:
- Medium - one 20kg bag
- Large - one 25kg bag
- XL - two bags with a combined total weight of 40kg
Passengers travelling on transatlantic routes are permitted one bag weighing 23kg.
Excess Baggage
If you wish to buy excess baggage, please contact our customer service team.
Check-In Information
Online Check-In
The airline offers passengers online check-in for their flights. To complete online check-in, go to the online check-in page or via the Aer Lingus app (iOS/ Android).
For European flights, this opens 30 days before flying, and closes depending on the departure airport:
- Ireland / UK / Amsterdam - 2 hours prior to departure
- Rest of Europe(Exceptions see below) - 4.5 hours prior to departure
- Rome - 6.5 hours prior to departure
- Malaga / Faro (When operated by Airbus 330) - 8.5 hours prior to departure
For transatlantic flights, online check in will open 24 hours prior to departure, closing 2 hours before.
Airport Check-In
Alternatively, passengers can check-in for their flights at the airport check-in counters:
| Flights | Recommended Arrival Time | Check-in Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Within Europe | 2 hours before departure | 45 minutes before departure |
| From London City Airport | 2 hours before departure | 30 minutes before departure |
| To / from North America | 3.5 hours before departure | 75 minutes before departure |
Economy Class
Standard seats are the majority of seats on the aircraft. This seating is similar to what you would expect from Economy Class. Passengers flying standard can also choose 'Choice Seats', to be the first off the plane when you arrive, or 'Exit Seats', situated at the emergency exit rows, meaning extra legroom!
Economy Class Facilities
On all transatlantic flights, Economy passengers are served a complimentary meal. Alternatively, passengers can ‘Dine Up’ to a superior meal service, using the best Irish ingredients, accompanied by a choice of red/white wine. Simply order online and present your voucher on board!
What are Economy Class Seats Like?
Pre-booking seats means you can get your preference between aisle or window.
Premium Economy
Aer Lingus' Premium Economy class 'AerSpace' is available on select flights from 1st September 2019 and provides passengers with more space and comfort. no matter what the passenger's needs are.
Premium Economy Facilities
Premium Economy passenger are given lounge access, premium boarding and security, as well as refreshments from the airline's in-flight menu.
Premium Economy Seats
Seats are set out in a 3 x 3 formation, with the middle seat left vacant as to give each passenger on either side more room.
Business Class
Aer Lingus is dedicated to providing its Business Class passengers with a stress-free flight. The airline provides its passengers with ample space and legroom as well as Luxury Dining on board.
Business Class Facilities
At the airline lounge, you can prepare for your flight away from the busy airport floor. Enjoy complimentary WIFI, drinks and snacks or head to the "Revival Lounge" to freshen up with a shower before your flight. The airline works with some of the best chefs in Ireland to provide you with a fusion of modern and traditional Irish Food using the freshest ingredients.
What are Business Class Seats Like?
So that you can arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and alert, Business Class seats convert into a fully-flat 6.5ft bed. With a width of 22in, you'll have room to stretch out and get comfortable as you cross the Atlantic.
First Class
The airline doesn't have a First Class Cabin. The airlines' most premium cabin class, with the highest standard of service is Business Class.
In-flight Entertainment
As you cross the Atlantic, Aer Lingus offers an excellent range of blockbuster movies and engaging TV shows to keep you entertained. You can also play games and stay connected with in-flight WIFI.
TV
Aer Lingus has episodes from your favourite addictive series as well as period dramas to keep you entertained during your flight.
Movies
With over 50 amazing releases, you're bound to find a film that suits your tastes. From award-winning movies to heartwarming animated films, the movies onboard your flight will keep you entertained for hours.
Food
Meal Options
Passengers travelling in economy within Europe can purchase items from the ‘Bia’ menu. This menu features hot and cold means, such as a traditional Irish Breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, crisps, confectionery and cakes.
Passengers travelling transatlantic are given a complimentary meal. Passengers departing Ireland are given a hot lunch and a tasty evening snack, and passengers arriving into Ireland are given a hot dinner, and sometimes a hot breakfast sandwich on select flights.
Passengers on transatlantic flights can purchase additional meals from the Bia menu, either by pre-ordering or on board.
Special Dietary Requirements
Aer Lingus offer passengers who are travelling to or from the U.S. the ability to order special meals. These must be requested online from the the airline website at least 48 hours before departure, or 24 hours before when phoning the airline directly. The meals available are:
- Child’s meal
- Diabetic meal
- Gluten intolerant meal
- Kosher meal
- Low fat meal
- Low lactose meal
- Low salt meal
- Moslem meal
- Vegetarian Lacto-Ovo meal
- Vegetarian Vegan meal
Drinks & Alcohol
Travelling within Europe? Aer Lingus’ Bia menu allows passengers to purchase a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, such as spirits, beer, wine and also soft drinks.
On transatlantic flights, passengers are given complimentary soft drinks, with the opportunity to purchase alcoholic beverages.
Frequent Flyer Program
Aer Lingus operates a frequent flyer program called AerClub to reward regular travellers.
AerClub is the first Irish airline loyalty programme to give its members the opportunity to collect reward points not only by booking flights on the carrier and selected air partners, but also on non-air travel purchases from an extensive range of brands that include retail, hotels and car hire.
Seat Selection
Alternative Airlines customers can now pre-book Aer Lingus seats when purchasing their flight. Choose from available seats so you have the most comfortable flight possible.
Route Map
Fleet
Aer Lingus has a diversified Airbus fleet and a few ATR aircraft. These aircraft include Airbus 321, Airbus 320 and ATR 42/72 for short-haul operations and Airbus 330-200 and -300 and Airbus 321neoLR for medium to long-haul destinations.
The ATR aircraft are operated for Aer Lingus Regional, which is operated by Stobart Air.
Hub Airport
Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport is the main hub airport for Aer Lingus and has two runways and can handle nearly 22m passengers every year.
Other airlines which fly to and from Dublin Airport include Aegean Airlines, Air Europa, Air Canada, Air Moldova, Air Transat, American Airlines, Blue Air, British Airways, FlyOne, Ryanair, SunExpress, Transavia, United Airlines and many others.
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