{"id":64022,"date":"2024-05-25T21:44:20","date_gmt":"2024-05-25T16:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=64022"},"modified":"2024-06-07T20:32:00","modified_gmt":"2024-06-07T15:02:00","slug":"delta-restarts-new-york-shannon-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2024\/05\/25\/delta-restarts-new-york-shannon-flight\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta Restarts Flights from New York to Shannon with 767"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

SHANNON-<\/strong> Shannon Airport is pleased with Delta Air Lines’ (DL) <\/a>decision to increase seat capacity on its new daily Shannon (SNN) to New York (JFK) <\/a>flight, which begins today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delta Air Lines will now use the larger Boeing 767-300 aircraft<\/a> for this route, replacing the originally planned Boeing 757-200. This change will provide over 3,600 seats throughout the summer, with the potential to accommodate up to 46,000 passengers via Shannon Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Shannon Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Delta New York to Shannon Flight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At a gate celebration marking the occasion, Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group, stated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are thrilled 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 underscores the growing demand for transatlantic seats into Shannon.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe larger Boeing 767-300 aircraft will offer even more choices for passengers in this region and for inbound visitors exploring the vibrant tourism along the Wild Atlantic Way. This direct service also enhances business connectivity for our customers.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn addition to our New York\/JFK services, we also offer flights to Boston, Chicago, and New York\/Newark. We are delighted to meet this demand with valued airline partners like Delta.”<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTransatlantic travel from Shannon Airport is now easier than ever, thanks to our efficient Pre-clearance facility, combined EU\/TSA security screening system, and Mobile Passport Control App, ensuring a seamless and comfortable experience for our passengers throughout the busy summer travel season ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further, Matteo Curcio, Delta\u2019s Senior Vice President for Europe<\/a>, Middle East, Africa, and India<\/a>, added: \u201cIn response to strong demand, we are thrilled to restart our service between Shannon and New York-JFK. This provides our customers with convenient travel options between Ireland\u2019s west coast and North America, enhancing business opportunities for the entire region.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis summer, we will offer around 3,000 weekly seats between Shannon and the Big Apple, benefiting customers seeking adventures in the U.S. and American visitors eager to explore Ireland\u2019s renowned attractions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Phil | wilco737 | Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Great News for Tourists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Commenting on the significance of the new transatlantic service, Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland\u2019s Head of North America, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTourism Ireland <\/a>is delighted to welcome back Delta\u2019s daily nonstop flights from New York to Shannon. This relaunch is a significant boost for visitor numbers from the United States. Our goal is to sustainably support local economies and communities, and this service will bring visitors directly to the heart of the iconic Wild Atlantic Way, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs an island destination, there\u2019s a clear link between access and growth in visitor numbers. Tourism Ireland is dedicated to collaborating with Delta, Shannon Airport, and our other key partners to drive demand for this transatlantic flight and other services to Ireland, helping to sustain our essential network of routes and services.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shannon was the first Irish airport Delta chose to fly into back in 1986.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: By Oliver Holzbauer – N171DZ Delta Air Lines Boeing 767-332(ER)(WL) coming in from New York (KJFK) @ Frankfurt (EDDF) \/ 08.04.2015, CC BY-SA 2.0, https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=40669627<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Flight Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shannon to New York JFK effective 25th<\/sup> May 2024:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flight number<\/td>Departs<\/strong><\/td>Arrives<\/strong><\/td>Frequency<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
DL 285<\/td>Shannon departs at 12:50<\/td>New York-JFK arrives at 15:20<\/td>Daily<\/td><\/tr>
DL 284<\/td>New York departs at 23:20<\/td>Shannon arrives at 10:50 (next day)<\/td>Daily<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

 *Subject to change<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, Shannon Airport is offering 33 routes to 11 countries across the EU, UK<\/a>, and USA. For more details on Shannon Airport\u2019s summer schedule, including its US services, please visit its website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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