Aer Lingus launches non-stop transatlantic flights from Manchester from just £179
Fares on non-stop transatlantic flights from Manchester available now at aerlingus.com from just £179 each way*
Manchester, UK, 2022-Jan-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Aer Lingus has launched its January sale on non-stop transatlantic routes from the carrier’s new northern hub in Manchester.
The Irish flag carrier is brightening up January for customers planning a trip this spring with low fares on newly operated services from Manchester to New York, Orlando and Barbados**, for travel between 1st February and 31st May 2022.
Customers can now enjoy flights from Manchester to JFK and experience the excitement of ‘The Big Apple’, with fares from £179 each way, when purchased as a return trip.
The magic of Orlando for Spring Break and the tropical shores of Barbados can also be experienced this year, with flights from £199 each way, when tickets are purchased as a return trip.
Bill Byrne, Director of Global Sales, said: ‘’Without doubt, travel is back for 2022. Following the lifting of travel restrictions for double-vaccinated travellers, consumer confidence in travel is returning. Aer Lingus is delighted to offer amazing deals on our popular transatlantic routes from our Manchester hub to New York, Orlando and Barbados, up until the end May 31, so there’s never been a better time to plan a springtime getaway to the Caribbean or US. We are looking forward to extending a warm Aer Lingus welcome to new and returning customers this year.”
Following the recent relaxation of UK travel rules now is the perfect time to plan a long-overdue trip abroad with great value to be had.
To make travel easier and more streamlined, Aer Lingus has partnered with VeriFLY, a secure and easily navigable travel pass app that enables customers to keep all their COVID-19 related documents in one place and fully verified before travel.
Any bookings made to destinations in the January sale will be covered by the Aer Lingus’ ‘book with confidence’*** policy, allowing customers to buy tickets with the peace of mind that if circumstances change, flights can easily be rescheduled free of charge.
Aer Lingus has also recently introduced a Travel Tool to remove the uncertainties of travel restrictions and entry requirements for all Aer Lingus destinations.
Designed to retrieve up-to-date and real time travel information tailored to customers specific journey circumstances, including vaccination status, return travel and flight connection requirements.
Aer Lingus introduced these three new transatlantic routes last year as part of its ambitious route expansion plans to make it even easier to fly across the Atlantic from the north of England.
The new services marked the airline’s first non-stop transatlantic flights from the UK, in addition to those flown from Ireland.
For fares and further information about flights to New York, Orlando and Barbados, including US travel requirements, please visit www.aerlingus.com. Sale ends midnight 31st January 2022. T&Cs apply.
Notes to editors
* As part of a return trip
**Manchester – Barbados route will operate until 29th April 2022
***Aer Lingus Book with Confidence Policy
Aer Lingus has extended its ‘Book with Confidence’ policy which allows all customers travelling with the airline to change their travel dates free of charge (note: a fare difference may apply) and as many times as they wish, up to seven days before they travel. The flexible booking policy is available on all bookings up until 30th September 2022. Most fares also include the option to exchange for a guaranteed voucher up to 14 days before travel. In addition, those who booked Advantage, Flex, Business or Business Flex fares have the option of a cash refund if they decide not to travel.
About Aer Lingus UK
Established in 2021, Aer Lingus (U.K.) Limited is a subsidiary of Aer Lingus Limited the national airline of Ireland which was founded in 1936. In 2019, Aer Lingus had over 100 routes, flying direct routes from North America to Ireland and onwards to destinations in the UK and Europe, and carried more than 12 million guests per annum.
Aer Lingus has announced ambitious plans for 2022, flying to over 71 direct routes and to 62 destinations, as it rebuilds the airline. Aer Lingus will operate 16 transatlantic routes from Dublin, Shannon and Manchester, UK to North America and the Caribbean, including direct non-stop services from Manchester to Barbados, New York JFK and Orlando.
Aer Lingus is a 4-Star airline, awarded by Skytrax, the international air transport rating organisation. Aer Lingus is a member of International Airlines Group (IAG), one of the world’s largest airline groups. For more info, visit www.aerlingus.com.
Source: Aer Lingus
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