Aer Lingus Announces New Direct Service Between Dublin and Barbados

For Spring 2026, Aer Lingus will launch new, seasonal nonstop service between Dublin and Barbados.  The route will be serviced with an Airbus A321XLR, and will operate from March 31st through May 31, 2026. 

Aer Lingus Launches Seasonal Service Between Dublin and Barbados - Courtesy Aer Lingus

On Thursday (February 12, 2026), Aer Lingus announced the launch of seasonal nonstop service between Dublin and Barbados for spring 2026.  The route will operate from March 31st through May 31, 2026, three times weekly on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.  Barbados is home to over 50 pristine beaches, known for their white sands and turquoise waters.  Wildlife enthusiasts may even the island’s iconic Barbados Green Monkeys in their natural habitat, while foodies can explore local flavors, including the national dish of Flying Fish and Cou‑Cou.

Aer Lingus’ guests will fly from Dublin to Bridgetown, Barbados on an Airbus A321XLR configured with 184 seats in a two-class layout featuring 16 fully lie-flat Business Class seats and 168 Economy Class seats.  The aircraft also features larger overhead bins, as well as wider seats, the latest technology for in-flight entertainment (IFE), and acoustic engineering for quieter cabins.  The new seasonal Dublin-Barbados route follows the forthcoming cessation of Aer Lingus’ transatlantic services from Manchester on March 31, 2026.  The direct flight from Dublin to Bridgetown is being introduced primarily to reaccommodate Manchester passengers flying to Barbados.

Source: Aer Lingus