Aer Lingus launch January sale and announce three new destinations to for its 2024 summer schedule: Sicily, Crete and Turkey.
The Aer Lingus January sale is here, offering over four million discounted seats on 2024 flights from December 21, 2023 to January 15, 2024. Kick off the new year on a high note with up to an incredible 25 per off flights to Europe and the UK. North American flights are also available, starting at just €179 each way as part of a return trip.
Aer Lingus has also announced the expansion of its European route network for summer 2024, introducing three new routes to Mediterranean hotspots: Heraklion in Crete, Catania in Sicily, and Dalaman in Turkey – adding to new destinations announced in 2023 of Kos in Greece, Olbia in Sardina, and Brindisi in Italy. These exciting new routes are all part of the exclusive January sale offerings, with Dalaman taking off on April 6, Catania in Sicily making its debut from May 1, and Crete commencing on May 2.
Each year, the Aer Lingus January Sale is a pivotal calendar moment for every savvy holidaymaker. According to Aerlingus.com, January emerged as the go-to month for holiday bookings in 2023, with peak website traffic recorded on Wednesday 11th January 2023. The top 3 European destinations booked in January 2023 were Malaga, Faro, and Paris for EU flights, while JFK, Boston, and Chicago dominated as the most-travelled transatlantic destinations throughout the entire year. Additionally, the most-travelled summer sun destinations in 2023 included Malaga, Faro, Lanzarote, Tenerife, and Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. This trend solidifies the fact that Irish tourists consistently prioritise sunshine as the ultimate motivation for their travels, making these destinations perennial favourites throughout the year.
Regarding January's sale and the announcement of new routes, Reid Moody, Chief Strategy and Planning Officer at Aer Lingus said, "We are thrilled to unveil new European routes as part of our January Sale, allowing our passengers to embark on journeys to diverse and culturally rich destinations. In navigating the evolving preferences of travellers, Aer Lingus is absolutely committed to providing cost-effective and desirable options for our valued customers. Our fleet expansion in 2023 carries us into summer 2024 with a mix of exciting new routes and increased frequency on core routes."
Looking ahead, travel trends unveiled by Skyscanner show that in 2024, exploration will take centre stage. This desire for new travel experiences can be fulfilled with Aer Lingus’ new routes to Crete, Sicily, or Turkey, promising to satisfy any traveller’s cultural curiosity. If you are a food enthusiast, elevate your taste buds in Rome, Barcelona, or Nice, where divine pasta, wine, and tapas await. The rhythm of travel and music will guide many an unforgettable experience in 2024, Skyscanner also highlights the rise of 'Gig Tripping' as a prominent trend in 2024 travel. With renowned artists embarking on European tours from January 1, onwards, Aer Lingus is committed to providing extensive short-haul travel options to ensure Irish concertgoers can catch their favourite acts in Amsterdam, London, Lisbon, Paris, and many other European cities throughout 2024.
Visit www.aerlingus.com for more on the Aer Lingus January Sale. Start 2024 with unforgettable travel experiences.
