Dublin Airport Formally Welcomes Start of Delta Air Lines’ Dublin to Minneapolis Route

*** NO REPRODUCTION FEE *** DUBLIN : 10/5/2024 : Pictured at the launch of Delta Air Line’s inaugural non-stop Dublin – Minneapolis St. Paul flight were Delta First Officer: Stephen Taffe, Joan Carrick, Delta Station Manager, Nadia Clinton, Delta Regional Sales Manager UK & Ireland, Clare Black, Delta General Manager EU and Gary Mclean, Managing Director Dublin Airport. The new route comes as demand for travel between Ireland and the United States soaring, and Delta will be offering almost 12,500 weekly seats between Dublin and the United States during the peak season, an increase of 28% year over year. Delta is proud to expand links between the two countries, and has carried over seven million passengers between Ireland and the U.S. since it started service in 1986. Picture Conor McCabe Photography. Picture Conor McCabe Photography. MEDIA CONTACT : darragh.duncan@finnpartners.com

Dublin Airport has formally welcomed the commencement of Delta Air Lines’ inaugural flight from Dublin to Minneapolis.

The new route marks a significant milestone in the longstanding partnership between the airport and the airline.

Delta Air Lines has been a key partner of Dublin Airport for nearly four decades, initially establishing a direct route between Dublin and Atlanta in 1988.

Throughout this time, Delta has been instrumental in facilitating travel between Ireland and North America, contributing significantly to Dublin Airport’s growth, and serving millions of passengers.

Gary McLean, managing director of Dublin Airport, said: “Today marks the inaugural flight of Delta Air Lines’ new direct service from Dublin to Minneapolis, adding another exciting chapter to our longstanding relationship with Delta. As the Managing Director of Dublin Airport, I am thrilled to be part of what is a great day for both Delta and the airport.”

The new route comes as demand for travel between Ireland and the United States is soaring, and Delta will be offering almost 12,500 weekly seats between Dublin and the United States this summer.

Dublin Airport said it remains committed to working closely with Delta Air Lines to further grow passenger numbers and expand connectivity, exploring new opportunities and strengthening the partnership for the benefit of all.