Aer Lingus

[lbaspotter]

Aer Lingus Dublin - Leeds/Bradford Winter 2019/2020 schedule, All flights operated by Stobart Air ATR72-600 aircraft,

Monday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
EI3392 = DUB 13:50 - LBA 15:05 / EI3393 = LBA 15:35 - DUB 16:55
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20
Tuesday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20
Wednesday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20
Thursday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20
Friday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
EI3392 = DUB 13:50 - LBA 15:05 / EI3393 = LBA 15:35 - DUB 16:55
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20
Saturday
EI3390 = DUB 06:50 - LBA 08:00 / EI3391 = LBA 08:25 - DUB 09:35
Sunday
EI3392 = DUB 11:10 - LBA 12:30 / EI3393 = LBA 13:00 - DUB 14:20
EI3396 = DUB 13:50 - LBA 15:05 / EI3397 = LBA 15:35 - DUB 16:55
EI3394 = DUB 17:25 - LBA 18:35 / EI3395 = LBA 19:00 - DUB 20:20

Full press release also issued by LBA on its website.

https://prlx-k8s-lba.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/About-LBA/Press/stobart-air-to-increase-seat-capacity-on-leeds-dublin-route-for-the-start-of-the-winter-season---24.06.19.pdf

PRESS RELEASE

Issued: Monday 24th June 2019

Stobart Air to increase seat capacity on Leeds-Dublin route for the start of the Winter season

• Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, will increase seat capacity by 20% on its Leeds-Dublin service, beginning 28 October 2019.
• Flights will benefit UK and Irish business customers in particular, who require choice and flexibility of flight times, facilitating onward connections to the US via Aer Lingus transatlantic services.
• ATR 72-600 aircraft will service routes to meet additional demand.
• Up to 50,000 seats will be available between Leeds and Dublin during the Winter season. John Cunliffe at Leeds Bradford Airport said: “We’re delighted to add additional capacity from Leeds to Dublin from Winter 2019, and I am sure this additional capacity will prove popular for business customers.”

Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, has announced it will increase seat capacity by 20% on Dublin routes from Leeds Bradford Airport starting from 28 October 2019. The increase will see up to three daily flights on Monday, Friday and Sunday operated by Stobart Air.

Additional seat capacity will meet the demand of Irish and UK business customers in particular, who require choice and flexibility of flight times, facilitating onward connections to the US via Aer Lingus transatlantic services. The increase will also benefit US customers and Border Protection pre-clearance at Dublin Airport, saving time and avoiding any delays in the US on arrival.

Stobart Air will operate ATR 72-600 aircraft to service the flights between Leeds and Dublin. This additional capacity totals to an additional 1,700 seats monthly.

Commenting on the announcement, Graeme Buchanan, Managing Director at Stobart Air, said:

“Stobart Air continuously strives to meet passenger demand across our route network. We closely monitor trends and prepare for busy seasonal periods which enables us to consistently deliver an efficient, reliable service. The additional seats will ensure flexibility for our passengers, providing business and leisure customers with a wider choice.

Commenting on the announcement, John Cunliffe, Aviation & Commercial Director at Leeds Bradford Airport, said:

“We’re delighted to add additional capacity from Leeds to Dublin from Winter 2019, and I am sure this additional capacity will prove popular for business customers. In particular, the new mid-afternoon flight facilitates onward connections with Aer Lingus transatlantic flights, with reduced transfer times and greater choice of connections available.

“The investment of additional capacity by Stobart Air on the route further confirms the economic significance of the Leeds City Region, the largest economy in the UK outside of London. At Leeds Bradford Airport, we offer passenger routes to over 70 direct destinations, with onward connections to all corners of the globe and I am delighted to be working with Stobart Air to support the development both of Leeds Bradford and the wider region”

For more information on fares and flight times, and to book seats visit aerlingus.com

For more information on Leeds Bradford Airport visit leedsbradfordairport.co.uk




-ENDS-

 

[louis_walton]

I certainly have! Sorry read that way too quickly, it's a shame they didn't give the route a chance too grow.

 

[BarnsleyHolidays]

An additional ATR72 has recently joined the Stobart fleet.

EI-GPP made its first visit to LBA on 23 October as STK49L/3395 (according to FR24).

BH

 

[White Heather]

Just a reminder that the 3rd daily rotation to Dublin, 3 days per week, commences this week.

 

[LBA4EVER]

See fight2win passenger numbers already increasing!

Im now a calm and relaxed guy following the information provided by statto, good growth and an even spread of airlines!

 

[lbaspotter]

Press release regards the extra Aer Lingus/Stobart Air Dublin - Leeds flights launch has now been issued by the airport.

https://lba-production.s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/About-LBA/Press/leeds-bradford-airport---stobart-air-press-release-oct-2019.pdf

PRESS RELEASE

29 October 2019

Stobart Air begin additional flights on Leeds-Dublin route

**Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, has increased seat capacity by 20% on its LeedsDublin service with its first additional flight yesterday (Monday 28th October)**
***Up to 50,000 seats will be available between Leeds and Dublin during the Winter season***

Stobart Air, operator of Aer Lingus regional routes, yesterday increased seat capacity by 20% on Dublin flights from Leeds Bradford Airport.

The additional seat capacity has been introduced to meet the demand of Irish and UK business customers that require choice and flexibility of flight times, facilitating onward connections to the US via Aer Lingus transatlantic services. The increase will also benefit US bound passengers, who will be able to take advantage of the US Customs and Border Protection pre-clearance facilities at Dublin Airport, saving time and avoiding any delay in the US upon arrival.

Stobart Air will operate ATR 72-600 aircraft to service the flights between Leeds and Dublin. This additional capacity totals to an additional 1,700 new seats monthly across Monday, Friday and Sunday flights.

Ciaran Smith, Network Development Manager at Stobart Air, said:
“Stobart Air continuously strives to meet passenger demand across our route network. We closely monitor trends and prepare for busy seasonal periods which enables us to consistently deliver an efficient, reliable service. These additional seats will ensure flexibility for our passengers, providing business and leisure customers with a wider choice.

John Cunliffe, Aviation & Commercial Director at Leeds Bradford Airport, added:
“We’re delighted to have added this additional capacity from Leeds to Dublin and I am sure these additional flights will prove popular for both business and leisure customers. In particular, this new mid-afternoon flight facilitates onward connections with Aer Lingus transatlantic flights, with reduced transfer times and greater choice of connections available.

“The investment of additional capacity by Stobart Air on the route further confirms the economic significance of the Leeds City Region, the largest economy in the UK outside of London. At Leeds Bradford Airport, we offer passenger routes to over 70 direct destinations, with onward connections to all corners of the globe and I am delighted to have welcomed these additional Stobart Air flights which will help to support the development both of Leeds Bradford and the wider region”

For more information on fares and flight times, and to book seats visit aerlingus.com

For more information on Leeds Bradford Airport visit leedsbradfordairport.co.uk

-ENDS-​

​

 

[leedslad]

Returned to LBA from Toronto this morning. Around half of the passengers arriving on the link from Dublin were clearly long haul travellers. Competitive pricing meant that we were able to travel business with Aer Lingus at almost half the BA cost from LBA. The only downside was that lounge staff at LBA initially refused us entry, saying incorrectly, that we were only entitled to access the lounges in Dublin. Each time I use Aer Lingus from LBA, I am extremely impressed by the service they provide.

Is it still possible to book Aer Lingus Business class from Leeds on a connecting ticket?

I recently booked but found even when selecting Business class the option presented was always economy on the Leeds/Dublin leg.... Shame as I'll miss out on the lounge this time round.

 

[lbaspotter]

Even better news is that Leeds/Bradford has retained the 3rd daily Aer Lingus (Stobart Air) Dublin rotation on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays during summer 2020 season.

Monday
EI3390 = DUB 07:20 - LBA 08:30 / EI3391 = LBA 08:55 - DUB 10:10
EI3392 = DUB 14:50 - LBA 16:05 / EI3393 = LBA 16:35 - DUB 17:55
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30 / EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10
Tuesday
EI3390 = DUB 07:20 - LBA 08:30 / EI3391 = LBA 08:55 - DUB 10:10
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30/ EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10
Wednesday
EI3390 = DUB 07:20 - LBA 08:30 / EI3391 = LBA 08:55 - DUB 10:10
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30 / EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10
Thursday
EI3390 = DUB 07:20 - LBA 08:30/ EI3391 = LBA 08:55 - DUB 10:10
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30 / EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10
Friday
EI3390 = DUB 06:25 - LBA 07:40 / EI3391 = LBA 08:30 - DUB 09:45
EI3392 = DUB 14:50 - LBA 16:05 / EI3393 = LBA 16:35 - DUB 17:55
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30 / EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10
Saturday
EI3390 = DUB 06:25 - LBA 07:40 / EI3391 = LBA 08:30 - DUB 09:45
Sunday
EI3390 = DUB 08:25 - LBA 09:35 / EI3391 = LBA 10:05 - DUB 11:15
EI3396 = DUB 14:50 - LBA 16:05 / EI3397 = LBA 16:35 - DUB 17:55
EI3394 = DUB 19:15 - LBA 20:30 / EI3395 = LBA 20:55 - DUB 22:10

 

[KARFA]

Is it still possible to book Aer Lingus Business class from Leeds on a connecting ticket?

I recently booked but found even when selecting Business class the option presented was always economy on the Leeds/Dublin leg.... Shame as I'll miss out on the lounge this time round.

There is no business class on the EI flights between LBA and DUB, it's a one cabin configuration. Same for most of EI short haul flights both mainline and the Stobart ones. So you can book business but the short haul will be in Y - albeit I suspect you will get lounge access and fast track at LBA as part of that itinerary.

 

[leedslad]

Cheers. Fingers crossed re lounge. Bit confusing... Especially as I'll have an economy LBA to DUB ticket to show them.

 

[752]

Looks like Aer Lingus is set to increase LBA-DUB for summer, now looking at x17 weekly flights with an extra flight being adding on Thursday, making it x3 a day.

 

[Tarn Spotter]

Taking my 2 grandkids and their mum and dad to Florida over Christmas and New Year....6 of us in total....big treat business class for us all....British Airways LGW to TPA were over 23k for us all, Aer Lingus from MAN to MCO £11,760.00 and only a 2 hour layover in DUB....

Assume you clear customs in DUBLIN so a win win situation.
My daughter always uses Aer Lingus via DUB for her LBA to New York business trips, used to go via Shannon, before Dublin did customs clearance.
Hope my grandchildren not reading this thread, enjoy the trip.

 

[White Heather]

Taking my 2 grandkids and their mum and dad to Florida over Christmas and New Year....6 of us in total....big treat business class for us all....British Airways LGW to TPA were over 23k for us all, Aer Lingus from MAN to MCO £11,760.00 and only a 2 hour layover in DUB....

Just out of curiosity and for comparison purposes, did you price up Aer LIngus from LBA? They also do connections to Florida - it was one of the first interlining routes they announced when Stobart started operating the Aer Lingus Regional route to Dublin.

 

[White Heather]

Hopefully. Last time we landed at MCO it took 2h 45m for us to drive out of the car hire lot.
Immigration was an absolute nightmare, when you clear customs in DUB I presume when you land at MCO you are classed as a domestic passenger?

That is correct.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

Surely, overall taking travelling to Manchester, allowing for M62 or train delays the overall time taken would be about the same plus you get plenty of time to get the most out of the business lounge at Dublin.

 

[LBAYORKIE]

Roughly same from Otley, but only on a good day, plus cost of taxi to LBA is always less than parking at MAN. I frequently compromise to be able to fly from LBA, last year had 5 hours in lounge at LHR on way to SIN, however I accept that keeping young children entertained for 5 hours is not easy and might have been the deciding factor.

 

[Heathrowflyer]

Aer lingus would be a great option if 1. They introduced a premium economy...its either economy or business. 2. No free drinks in economy. Doesn't matter to me but it does to a lot of people. Also, their competitors offer complimentary drinks. 3 price..their economy is expensive compared to others. I can get premium economy with virgin to Los Angeles for the same price as Aer Lingus economy.

 

[Heathrowflyer]

Thanks @Offint...how do you book aer lingus flights please as I'm looking for a good deal to LA and Business is over double the price of Virgin Prem Economy.

 

[lbaspotter]

As was to be expected Aer Lingus Regional (Stobart Air) have now started with the flight cancelations on its Leeds/Bradford to Dublin routes

March
Tue 24th = EI3394/3395
Wed 25th = EI3390/3391
Mon 30th = EI3394/3395
Tue 31st = EI3394/3395
April
Wed 1st = EI3394/3395
Tue 7th = EI3394/3395
Wed 8th = EI3394/3395
Fri 10th = EI3392/3393

For some unknown reason I can’t check any further dates onward at this time, as the Aer Lingus website wont let me.

 

[lbaspotter]

The Aer Lingus cancellation list has got bigger, now quite a few Leeds - Dublin flights gone form the booking engine during March, April & May.

March
Tue 24th = EI3394/3395
Wed 25th = EI3390/3391
Sun 29th = EI3396/3397
Mon 30th = EI3394/3395
Tue 31st = EI3394/3395

April
Wed 1st = EI3394/3395
Thu 2nd = EI3392/3393
Tue 7th = EI3394/3395
Wed 8th = EI3394/3395
Thu 9th = EI3392/3393
Fri 10th = EI3392/3393
Tue 14th = EI3394/3395
Wed 15th = EI3394/3395
Thu 16th = EI3392/3393
Fri 17th = EI3392/3393
Sun 19th = EI3394/3395
Mon 20th = EI3392/3393
Tue 21st = EI3394/3395
Wed 22nd = EI3394/3395
Thu 23rd = EI3392/3393
Fri 24th = EI3392/3393
Sun 26th = EI3394/3395
Mon 27th = EI3392/3393 & EI3394/3395
Tue 28th = EI3394/3395
Wed 29th = EI3394/3395
Thu 30th = EI3392/3393 & EI3394/3395

May
Mon 4th = EI3392/3393
Tue 5th = EI3394/3395
Thu 7th = EI3392/3393
Fri 8th = EI3392/3393
Mon 11th = EI3392/3393
Tue 12th = EI3394/3395
Thu 14th = EI3392/3393
Fri 15th = EI3392/3393
Mon 18th = EI3392/3393
Tue 19th = EI3394/3395
Thu 21st = EI3392/3393
Fri 22nd = EI3392/3393
Mon 25th = EI3392/3393
Tue 26th = EI3394/3395
Thu 28th = EI3392/3393
Fri 29th = EI3392/3393