Irish visitor numbers to the US last year held up surprisingly well, latest official US Government numbers show.
According to the US Department of Commerce, visitation from Ireland to the USA for 2025 was practically flat on 2024. In 2025, 490,632 people visited the USA from Ireland, compared to 494,344 in 2024. Year-on-year visitation was down a nominal 0.75% from 2024 to 2025, or approximately 4,000 visitors. It is also important to point out that 2024 was a very strong year for visitation to the USA.
The numbers also fly in the face of widespread media coverage predicting a fall in Irish visitor numbers to the US due to the unpopularity of the Trump Administration.
“The figures for Ireland would suggest that US politics is not a significant factor for Irish consumers in deciding to holiday in the USA. Indeed, there are many factors that are helping to keep the USA a firm favourite destination,” Tony Lane – Executive Director of Visit USA Committee Ireland, said in a new blog.
Mr Lane added: “The Euro-Dollar exchange has become more favourable – making accommodation, meals, car hire and shopping more cost-effective for Irish visitors.
“Airlift to the USA from Ireland has also never been better, offering incredible options for consumers. In 2026, 23 cities right across the USA will be served by direct flights from Dublin and Shannon. Over the last few years, exciting new routes have been introduced. These include Dublin – Nashville, Dublin – Las Vegas and Dublin – Denver with Aer Lingus, and Dublin – Detroit with Delta Air Lines. There is also a trend towards increased frequencies on existing routes, such as Dublin – Boston, which is going to a triple daily in peak season for 2026.
“There’s also great value to be had for Irish consumers. Airlines, tour operators and travel agencies are offering sales and deals to keep the USA front and centre.”
