Find cheap Aer Lingus flights on eDreams US

Aer Lingus was founded in 1936 and is the national flag carrier of Ireland. It is headquartered in Dublin and its main hub is Dublin Airport. Aer Lingus operates a fleet of Airbus aircraft, including A319, A320, A321, and A330 planes. The average age of the planes in the Aer Lingus fleet is 8.9 years. All transatlantic Aer Lingus flights on A330 aircraft offer in–flight WiFi and personal entertainment systems. Aer Lingus flies to more than 75 destinations in Europe, North America, and northern Africa. Since 2013, Aer Lingus has carried more than 10 million passengers per year. It also has codeshares with Air Canada, British Airways, Etihad Airways, JetBlue Airways, KLM, and United Airlines.

Aer Lingus offers online check–in and airport check–in. Online check–in is usually available between 2 and 30 hours before the scheduled flight departure time. Online check–in is limited to between 2 and 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for travel to/from New York (JFK), Boston, Chicago and Orlando. For some other airports, the online check–in is limited to 4.5 and 30 hours before the scheduled departure time. Please consult the Aer Lingus website to be certain of the options. For the following select European routes, Aer Lingus offers 30 day advanced web check–in: flights between Ireland and the United Kingdom; flights between Ireland and Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey; flights between Ireland and Lyon, Nice, Paris, Toulouse, Perpignan, Marseille, Bordeaux; flights from Ireland to Amsterdam, Rennes, and Agadir.

For airport check–in, Aer Lingus recommends arriving 3.5 hours before long–haul routes and 2.5 hours for short–haul routes within Europe. Check–in counters close 75 minutes before departure for long–haul flights (60 minutes for business class travel), 45 minutes before departure for short–haul routes within Europe, and 30 minutes before departure for flights departing Belfast City Airport. Note: the Dublin Airport now offers “evening before” check–in for Aer Lingus flights departing between 6:00am and 8:00am. This allows passengers to check–in at the airport from 4pm–8pm the evening before their flight.

Boarding Information

All passengers are advised to be at the boarding gate at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Passengers traveling to/from Rome or Amsterdam are advised to arrive 40 minutes before and passengers traveling to/from the USA are advised to arrive 45 minutes before. Passengers who arrive late to the boarding gate may be denied boarding. Pre–boarding is offered for passengers who require special assistance, such as passengers who are visually impaired or require the use of a mobility device. For pre–boarding, passengers should contact the Aer Lingus customer staff at the boarding gate. Priority boarding is offered to passengers traveling in business class and Gold, Prestige, and Elite members in the Aer Lingus Gold Circle frequent flyer program.

Frequent Flyer Information – Gold Circle

Aer Lingus offers a frequent flyer program called Gold Circle. Members can earn points by traveling with Aer Lingus or on partner airlines. The number of points earned per flight depends on the booking class, with bonuses offered for business class travel. Points can be redeemed for reward flights on Aer Lingus or partner airlines, or for upgrades to business class on Aer Lingus. The Gold Circle program has three tiers for frequent fliers: Gold, which is received by earning 2,400 in the previous 12 months; Prestige, which is received by earning 4,800 in the previous 12 months; and Elite, which is received by earning 8,400 in the previous 12 months. Passengers who have attained this level of membership enjoy additional perks such as priority check–in and boarding, lounge access, and flight upgrades.

All passengers are permitted one carry–on bag and one carry–on personal item such as a briefcase, purse, laptop bag, or diaper bag. The maximum size for the carry–on bag is 21" H x 15" L x 9" W (55 x 40 x 24 cm); maximum weight is 22 lbs (10 kg). The maximum size for the personal item is 10" H x 13" L x 8" W (25 x 33 x 20 cm). Baggage exceeding the carry–on size and weight limits will have to be checked and fees will apply.

Note: carry–on bag size and weight requirements differ for Aer Lingus Regional services. Maximum size of a carry–on bag for regional service is 18" H x 13" L x 8" W (48 x 33 x 20 cm) with a maximum weight of 15 lbs (7 kg).

Note: pets are not permitted to travel onboard any Aer Lingus aircraft. Pets in carriers with proper documentation and which meet other travel requirements will be placed in the aircraft's hold. All pets must be booked through Aer Lingus Cargo. Please refer to the Aer Lingus website for specific requirements and conditions.

For travel within Europe, checked baggage fees apply for all economy fares. (See below for exceptions). Fees vary according to the item's size, the route and the season. Fees are generally lower when baggage is booked online, being often up to 50% higher for baggage booked in the airport. Passengers may travel with up to three checked bags. Checked baggage fees are partially determined by item size, which is divided into four categories: small (maximum weight of 33 lbs / 15 kg) medium (maximum weight of 44 lbs / 20 kg) large (maximum weight of 55 lbs / 25 kg) extra–large (two bags with a combined maximum weight of 88 lbs / 40 kg). Note: Aer Lingus will not accept individual bags weighing more than 70 lbs / 32 kg.

Exceptions to checked baggage fees: Passengers traveling on a plus/flex fare are allowed one free medium sized bag. For transatlantic travel on Aer Lingus, all passengers are entitled to one complimentary piece of checked baggage. Passengers who book an infant travel within Europe can check one collapsible stroller free of charge. Passengers who book an infant travel to/from North America receive an additional infant checked baggage allowance of 22 lbs (10 kg). The maximum size is 62" (158 cm) in combined dimensions (length + width + height) and the maximum weight is 50 lbs (23 kg). These passengers are also able to check one collapsible stroller free of charge. Passengers traveling in business class or first class are permitted up to three complimentary pieces of checked baggage with a maximum combined weight of 150 lbs (69 kg). Fees apply for additional pieces of checked baggage or overweight baggage. Note that the maximum weight for any checked item is 70 lbs (32 kg). Medical equipment such as wheelchairs, dialysis machines, or defibrillators can be checked for free but passengers must notify the airline at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure time. Please check with the airlines for special preparation requirements concerning such electric and battery operated assistive devices.

Use our search engine to browse and compare the best deals available. Once you’ve selected your flight with Aer Lingus, just follow a few simple steps to complete your booking. You’ll receive a confirmation email with all the flight details shortly.

Online Check-In with Aer Lingus

Avoid the airport lines by using the eDreams online check-in feature. We’ll send you a reminder to check in one week before your flight, along with the steps you need to follow. For added convenience, you can download the eDreams app for automatic check-in, access to your boarding pass, and real-time flight updates. Just remember, check-in typically opens 24 to 48 hours before your departure.

Safety Aer Lingus regulations

With a stellar safety record, Aer Lingus prioritizes passenger security above all else. Backed by a well-maintained fleet and a skilled crew, the airline has built a strong reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction, guaranteeing a stress-free travel experience.

Fly with Aer Lingus

Start planning your next adventure by booking your Aer Lingus flight through eDreams today. Our platform provides competitive rates for both standard and low-cost flights, along with a seamless booking experience and outstanding customer support, making it simpler than ever to find and secure your ideal flight. Let’s start your journey with Aer Lingus now!