Air connectivity between Ireland and Portugal will reach new highs in Summer 2026, with up to 141 weekly flights operated by Aer Lingus, Ryanair and TAP Air Portugal. Visit Portugal Ireland Director, Carlos Oliveira , said “Ireland continues to be one of the most important and dynamic markets for tourism to Portugal. We are seeing sustained demand from Irish travellers, not only for sun & sea but increasingly for alternative types of holidays such as walking holidays, culture touring, wine tourism and wellness. The significant increase in air connectivity for Summer 2026 further strengthens Portugal’s accessibility from across Ireland and supports our ambition to promote Portugal as a year-round destination.”
Aer Lingus will operate 39 weekly flights, including nine weekly services from Dublin to Lisbon (an increase of one), 23 weekly flights from Dublin to Faro during the peak summer month, and seven weekly flights from Cork to Faro.
Ryanair will offer 88 weekly services connecting Ireland and Portugal, including routes from Dublin to Lisbon, Porto, Funchal and Faro, as well as services from Shannon, Cork, Kerry and Ireland West Airport Knock.
TAP Air Portugal will operate 14 weekly flights between Dublin and Lisbon, with onward connections available via Lisbon hub to destinations including Porto Santo, Ponta Delgada and Terceira.
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