The first Aer Lingus service between Dublin to Inverness launched on Thursday 21 May marking the return of the direct connection between the Highlands and Ireland’s capital, operated exclusively by Emerald Airlines. The service will run twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, enhancing connectivity for both business and leisure travellers alongside onward access to North America via Dublin hub.
The first service (EIN3372/3) was operated by EI-HDH ATR72-212A(600) c/n 1169.
Emerald Airlines Head of Commercial , Ian Lough said “We are delighted to officially launch our new Inverness to Dublin service today. This route represents an important addition to the Aer Lingus Regional network and provides customers in the Highlands with a convenient direct link to Dublin, as well as excellent onward connectivity to North America through the wider Aer Lingus network.”
Inverness Airport Manager Dan Mason, said “It is exciting to see the return of direct flights between Inverness and Dublin, restoring a route that has been missed by passengers across the Highlands and Islands. This service not only reconnects the region with Ireland’s capital but it also provides onward access to North America via Aer Lingus transatlantic flights, including New York and Boston, with convenient connection times through Dublin. Welcoming Aer Lingus to Inverness for the first time is a positive step for regional connectivity and passenger choice, and we are thrilled to work with the airline as the route launches and develops”
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