Aer Lingus announces direct flight from Dublin to Cancún — what you need to know

Already a favourite with honeymooners, Cancún also offers a wide range of family-friendly hotels and resorts catering to all price points
Aer Lingus announces direct flight from Dublin to Cancún — what you need to know

Performers Johnny Arias and Carmen Reyna alongside Aer Lingus cabin crew Alannah Prunty and John Connolly at the launch of the launch of Ireland’s first direct flight from Dublin to Cancun starting in January 2026. Picture :Naoise Culhane.

Aer Lingus has announced the launch of its first direct flight from Dublin to Cancún in Mexico, which will operate three times per week from January 2026.

The new route on the airline’s A330-300 aircraft will operate from January 6 to April 29, 2026, providing Irish holidaymakers with a direct connection to the Mexican Caribbean, known for its balmy weather, golden beaches, and crystal-clear waters. 

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