Aer Lingus: Aberdeen to New York

The carrier: Aer Lingus

About

Ireland's legacy flag carrier Aer Lingus has been morphing over the course of the last several years into a low-cost airline. Flying to major airports across Europe, and as of recently North America and Dubai, Aer Lingus is dependable and well established. Fares can be quite low, though advance purchase fares don't quite compare to those offered by that other Irish low-cost carrier, Ryanair.

Upside

Airline is well established and serves major airports.

Downside

Connections beyond Europe are not very good, thus dulling one distinctive draw. Frequent delays and unhelpful staff are common complaints.

Baggage

* Carry-on: One bag up to 10 kg (7kg for regional flights), plus one personal item.
* Checked: €12 per bag booked online (€18 at airport). Max 9 bags with combined weight of 20 kg. Over 20 kgs, fees apply. No single bag over 32 kg (70 lbs) is allowed.

* Please visit Aer Lingus’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You may select seats online at time of booking.

Check-in and Ticketing

Aer Lingus offers online-check in for most flights and is available from 30 hours in advance until 4 hours and 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.  Times vary for US airports.  Checked baggage is accepted from passengers who check-in online.

Fun Fact

All Aer Lingus planes bear the name of an Irish saint.

Departure: Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Dyce (ABZ)

Aberdeen Airport, sometimes known as the Dyce Airport, is currently the third largest airport in Scotland and has recently been awarded the 'Best Improvement Award' for customer satisfaction. Location: Aberdeen Airport is located 11 km (seven miles) northwest of Aberdeen. Transport: - Rail: The Dyce station that offers rail service from Aberdeen to Inverness is just minutes away from the terminal by taxi. - Bus: Bus companies First Aberdeen and Stagecoach Bluebird offer service to and from the airport and Aberdeen city center. - Taxi:Rainbow Airport Taxi company offer services from Aberdeen Airport. The reservation office is located opposite the main terminal. Travelers are also able to book a taxi online at their Official Website. Service: The airport's information desk is found on the ground floor near the check-in area. ATMs and Wireless Internet hotspots are available throughout the airport as well. Aside from various shops (which include duty-free), there are many restaurants located inside including a café, pub, and bar. Other amenities include mother and baby rooms, a family entertainment center, and a quiet area. more...

Arrival: New York, United States - John F Kennedy (JFK)

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