Aer Lingus announces new service between Shannon Airport and Paris
A NEW service between Shannon Airport and Charles de Gaulle in Paris has been announced by Aer Lingus.
The twice-weekly service, which is available to book now, will begin on September 22 and continue until January 7, 2024 before taking a short break. It will recommence on March 14, 2024 and continue until October 29.
Passengers on the new service will fly on an Airbus A321neo LR, Aer Lingus’ most sustainable aircraft.
With 184 seats, the A321neo LR also operates Aer Lingus’ transatlantic services from Shannon direct to both New York JFK and Boston.
Commenting on this Thursday's announcement, Lynne Embleton, Aer Lingus Chief Executive said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of the Shannon – Paris Charles de Gaulle route with Shannon Airport, and are very much looking forward to welcoming thousands of passengers from the region onboard as they travel to one of the most popular European city destinations on the Aer Lingus network.
“We expect it to be a high-demand route for passengers in the region, whether they are travelling for leisure, business or major sporting events, as is the case this autumn with Ireland competing in the Rugby World Cup."
Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group added: “Aer Lingus is a valued airline partner and we worked closely with them to secure this new service to Charles de Gaulle from Shannon, further demonstrating our commitment to expanding our European route network.
“This new service will be a major boost for Shannon, and we know it will be an extremely popular destination for leisure and business travellers. The service will be timed to allow for passengers travelling from Paris to connect onwards from Shannon to New York JFK and Boston via Aer Lingus."
The launch of the service is a perfect time for Rugby World Cup fans who will have easy access from Shannon to Paris for the competition. Paris, the City of Light, boasts iconic attractions that captivate visitors worldwide. The Eiffel Tower's majestic silhouette, Notre-Dame
Cathedral's Gothic grandeur, and the Louvre Museum's artistic treasures are timeless marvels. The Champs-Élysées' glamour, Montmartre's artistic charm, and Disneyland Paris' enchanting theme park create unforgettable experiences for all who wander through this vibrant city.
This is the first time in 12 years that Shannon will provide a service to Charles de Gaulle, which is one of Europe’s busiest airports serving 119 countries worldwide.