Dublin Airport celebrate ‘exciting new connection' as inaugural flight to top destination with rich culture takes off

The Irish Sun

24-05-2025

DUBLIN Airport has launched a new route from Dublin - and this time it is to a North American location.
The WestJet airline brought out a new route from
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Dublin Airport and WestJet celebrated their new route
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The new route goes between Dublin and St John's
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It provides more travel options for Canadians and Irish holidaymakers
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Now passengers can book a trip to St John's in
The new route will bring city lovers from Dublin Airport straight to the capital and largest city of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The first flight departed yesterday and it's the airline's first route between St John's and
Taking to social media, Dublin Airport said: "We gave WestJet's new Dublin to St John's route a proper Irish send-off [yesterday] morning.
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"From Dublin to Newfoundland, here's to new adventures and plenty more take offs!"
The new route joins the other three routes to London, Edinburgh and Frankfurt, providing more options for Canadians to explore Europe.
The fares between St John's and Dublin start from just €150 each way and will operate daily.
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Flights will run on Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Boeing 787-9, making the journey seamless and comfortable for the passengers.
The service will run until the end of October, allowing passengers to escape the Irish weather and explore the new country with brand new scenery.
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St John's is the oldest and most easterly city in North America and is well-known for its rich history, culture and fabulous attractions.
It has been a huge hit with tourists all over the world due to its unique landscape, beautiful architecture, and fantastic cuisine.
Tourists can visit the beautiful Quidi Vidi Village, which will teleport you into a new world that's far away from modern times.
The historic fishing village is home to beautiful sunsets, fantastic restaurants and a brewery - the perfect spot to try out Canadian beer.
Or they can visit the iconic Jellybean Row houses, featuring clapboard homes in vibrant colours in a coastal setting, and there are tons of fantastic cafes to dine in.
And the city is the perfect destination for adventures as it provides tons of day trip options, including Witless Bay and Bay Bulls.
Half an hour's drive from the capital, there's a fantastic summer home to 2.5 million seabirds and the largest Atlantic puffin colony in North America.
And there's a perfect whale-watching site, where a few icebergs could be spotted during the spring season.
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Flights are now available to book on WestJet website
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