US Airline, JetBlue has launched its latest transatlantic flights with direct services from both New York JFK and Boston Logan Airports to Dublin. The two flights arrived a few minutes ahead of schedule to a gloomy wet Dublin Airport this morning. Daily summer-seasonal service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Boston Logan International Airport to Dublin Airport will operate through to 30th of September and reinforce JetBlue’s role as a disruptor in the industry as it brings low fares and great service to these popular routes.
Travelers from the U.S. account for nearly 20% of all overseas tourism to Ireland, and Dublin has been among the most requested European destinations previously not served by JetBlue. With a strong, historic connection between Ireland and the United States – especially JetBlue’s Northeast focus cities, New York and Boston – that draws millions of travelers each way annually, JetBlue continues to deliver on its commitment to bring customers to the places they most want to go. Customers traveling from Dublin can conveniently connect to other destinations JetBlue serves from New York and Boston across the U.S., the Caribbean, and Latin America.
Flights to Dublin will operate daily on JetBlue’s Airbus A321neo with Mint aircraft with 16 redesigned Mint Suite® seats, 144 core seats, and Airbus’ Enhanced Cabin with XL Bins. The A321neo with Mint features a 20 percent increase in fuel efficiency and up to 500 nautical miles in additional range. The JFK – Dublin will depart at 20.47 with a 09.00 arrival the following morning, the return service will depart Dublin at 10.45 and arrive in JFK at 13.22. The Boston – Dublin service will depart at 20.42 with an 08.20 arrival into Dublin the following morning. The return flight to Boston will depart at 10.55 with a scheduled arrival in Boston at 12.57.
Commenting on the new service, the Managing Director at Dublin Airport, Gary McLean said, “The arrival of JetBlue to Dublin Airport is very good news for both passengers and Ireland and these new direct routes between Dublin and New York and Boston are going to prove really popular. Demand for transatlantic travel has never been higher, with stronger than ever business links continuing to grow between Ireland and the US. These new services from JetBlue will mean greater choice and value for our passengers and the Dublin Airport looks forward to working with JetBlue tonight ensure they are a flying success.”
