Delta Air Lines' new daily Irish service from Shannon Airport to New York's JFK has taken to the skies.
Shannon Airport has welcomed Delta's decision to increase capacity on its new service to New York's JFK Airport, which launched on Saturday, May 25.
The larger aircraft will provide over 3,600 seats through the summer, while the new route has the overall capacity to generate up to 46,000 passengers through Shannon Airport in Co Clare.
Shannon to New York JFK daily route timetable:
- Shannon departs at 12:50 - New York-JFK arrives at 15:20
- New York departs at 23:20 - Shannon arrives at 10:50 (next day)
Shannon was the first Irish airport that Delta chose to fly into back in 1986.
Speaking at a gate celebration to mark the occasion, Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group said: “We are delighted to welcome Delta Air Lines back to Shannon Airport today for the first time since 2019.
“The additional capacity provided by the use of the larger Boeing 767-300 aircraft will provide even more choice for passengers in this region and inbound visitors, traveling to explore the vibrant tourism offering along the Wild Atlantic Way. This direct service also provides increased business connectivity for our customers.
“In addition to our New York/JFK services, we also have services to Boston, Chicago and New York/Newark. We are delighted to be able to facilitate this demand for services through Shannon with valued airline partners such as Delta.
“Transatlantic travel from Shannon Airport has never been easier with our efficient Pre-clearance facility, combined EU/TSA security screening system, and Mobile Passport Control App, which will help to ensure a seamless and comfortable airport experience for our passengers through the busy summer travel season ahead.”
This year Shannon Airport is operating 33 routes to 11 countries across the EU, UK, and USA. For more information on Shannon Airport’s summer schedule, including its US services visit ShannonAirport.ie.
To book flights to New York – JFK from Shannon Airport, please visit delta.com.
