First Transatlantic Flight From Shannon Since Onset Of Pandemic Lifts Off Today

The resumption of transatlantic flights from Shannon Airport has been hailed as good news for every nook and cranny of the county.

The Aer Lingus Shannon to Boston service will be the first US flight to take off from the airport after an absence of almost two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Aer Lingus’ Shannon To JFK and United Airline’s Shannon To Newark routes are also set to resume for the Summer season.

Chair of the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum and co-owner of Hotel Woodstock, Seán Lally, says this day has been long awaited.