Monday, May 27, 2024 Delta Air Lines has increased seat capacity on its new daily Shannon to New York-JFK service, utilizing a larger Boeing 767-300 aircraft instead of the initially planned Boeing 757-200. This change will provide over 3,600 seats throughout the summer, potentially generating up to 46,000 passengers through Shannon Airport. During a gate celebration to mark the occasion, Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, expressed her excitement: “We are delighted to welcome Delta Air Lines back to Shannon Airport today for the first time since 2019.
This new service to New York-JFK is a significant boost for our airport and a further endorsement of the growing demand for transatlantic seats into Shannon. “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.
