Direct Philadelphia To Ireland Flights Now Underway

PHILADELPHIA– People of Irish ancestry in the Philadelphia area now have a chance to visit the homeland at a low rate on a non-stop flight thanks to Irish airline Aer Lingus.

The company as of March 25 has begun offering flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Dublin, Ireland.

Aer Lingus will make trips four times a week from Philly to Dublin.

The company said not only does the direct trip get you into Ireland's metropolitan center, it gives travelers convenient connecting service to over 20 destinations across Europe.

These flights will be offered year round, the company said.

Round trip fares start at $569, with some restrictions and including taxes and fees, for travel from March 25, through March 31, the airline said.

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