Aer Lingus Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and the unique US preclearance advantage at Dublin Airport.
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Boeing 747 at Frankfurt Airport
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Aer Lingus DAC |
| Founded | 1936 |
| Headquarters | Dublin, Ireland |
| Alliance | oneworld (IAG Group) |
| Fleet Size | ~60 aircraft |
| Destinations | 100+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~15 million |
| Hub Airport | Dublin Airport (DUB) |
| On-time Performance | ~78% |
| Skytrax Rating | 5-star airline |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.2 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Aer Lingus baggage varies by fare — Light fares have no checked bag. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (most fares) | 55 × 40 × 24 cm |
| Weight limit | 10 kg |
| Personal item | Small bag (25 × 33 × 20 cm) |
| Economy Light — no checked bag | Fee applies |
| Economy Classic — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Economy Plus — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business (Aer Space) — 2 × 32 kg | Included |
? Tip: Economy Light has no checked bag. Transatlantic Business passengers clear US customs in Dublin — no queues on arrival. Compare prices on Expedia.
Cabin Classes
Three cabin classes — Economy, Economy Plus, and Aer Space transatlantic Business
- 1 × 23 kg bag (Classic+)
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- In-flight entertainment on long-haul
- Meals on transatlantic flights
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- Extra legroom seat
- Priority boarding and check-in
- Free seat selection
- 2 × 32 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dining and complimentary cocktails
- Senator Lounge access (Frankfurt)
Fleet Overview
Aer Lingus operates a modern Airbus fleet for both short-haul and transatlantic routes. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Airbus A320neo taking off from Frankfurt
Route Network
Aer Lingus connects 100+ destinations via Dublin — offering the unique advantage of US customs preclearance before departure. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- Dublin, Cork
- London, Paris
- Amsterdam, Barcelona
- Lisbon, Rome
- New York (JFK)
- Boston, Chicago
- Los Angeles, San Francisco
- Washington DC, Miami
- Toronto, Montreal
- Barbados, Antigua
- Cancún
- Nassau (Bahamas)
- Dubai, Tel Aviv
- Marrakech, Faro
- Malaga, Tenerife
- Lanzarote
Pros and Cons
- ? US preclearance at Dublin — arrive in the US as a domestic passenger
- ? Competitive transatlantic fares vs British Airways and Iberia
- ? Warm Irish hospitality onboard
- ✈️ A321XLR incoming — new European city transatlantic routes
- ? Part of IAG — earns Avios points on all flights
- ? Limited network outside Europe and North America — see our airline comparison
- ? Economy Light has no checked bag
- ? Business Class not as premium as British Airways or Lufthansa
- ? All routes connect via Dublin
- ? Limited from continental Europe — mainly Ireland and UK
Boeing 747-8 at Frankfurt gate
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