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The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Urgent warning for thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from Dublin Airport in DAYS
AN urgent warning has been issued to thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from Dublin Airport in days. Ireland's top airport is advising all passengers to allow extra time for arrival this . 1 Dublin Airport has issued a major warning for passengers Credit: Getty Thousands of passengers are expected to travel through From Friday to Monday, the airport is set to handle just over 447,000 people with 229,000 departing and 218,000 arriving. And those flying out are being reminded to arrive two hours before short-haul Media Relations Manager at daa Graeme McQueen said this upcoming weekend will see more than 100,000 passengers passing through each day. READ MORE IN TRAVEL And he revealed that Friday is likely to be the peak day, with around 116,000 people expected. He said: "The coming weekend will be another busy one at Dublin Airport, and all four days will see us welcome more than 100,000 passengers each day. "The busiest day of the weekend is likely to be Friday when around 116,000 will pass through. "The departure gates will be busy with sports fans, holiday makers and business travellers heading off overseas, while the arrivals halls will welcome tens of thousands of tourists from around the world who will go on to visit all four corners of the island of Ireland. Most read in News Travel "We love these busy weekends and the team at Dublin Airport can't wait to welcome everyone." Passengers should prepare for heavy footfall, longer wait times and allow extra time for Aer Lingus launch new direct flight to popular stateside destination from Dublin Airport Meanwhile, Shannon Airport is advising all passengers to pre-book car parking well ahead of the May . More than 53,000 passengers are set to pass through the airport over the coming days - an 18 percent increase on the same period last year. Taking to 'Passengers are advised to pre-book car parking as early as possible for the busy May bank holiday period. 'We look forward to welcoming you to Ireland's favourite airport in the coming days.' Among the most popular routes this May are sun destinations like Madeira and Lanzarote, along with city favourites such as Naples, Palma and Airport Director Niall Kearns said that while the team is prepared to deliver a smooth and welcoming experience, parking demand is expected to be high. He said: 'All the team are looking forward to Making It Easy for those travelling this week, and to ensuring that our passengers' holidays start here at Shannon Airport. 'With easy access from our car parks, fast movement through security, great duty-free shopping, our popular bar and restaurants as well as a very friendly welcome, customers can expect a hassle-free airport experience.' Shannon Airport currently offers 36 routes to 11 countries, with over 1.8 million seats available this And passengers are now being encouraged to reserve parking online in advance to secure the best rates and avoid availability issues. Car parking can be reserved directly at and early booking is particularly important for those flying during peak periods .
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Urgent warning for thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from busy Irish airport in days
AN urgent warning has been issued to thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from a busy airport in the coming days . Shannon Airport is advising all passengers to pre-book car parking well ahead of the May 1 Passengers at Shannon Airport are being advised to pre-book parking spaces Credit: Alamy More than 53,000 passengers are set to pass through the airport over the coming days - an 18 percent increase on the same period last year. Taking to 'Passengers are advised to pre-book car parking as early as possible for the busy May bank holiday period. 'We look forward to welcoming you to Ireland's favourite airport in the coming days.' READ MORE IN TRAVEL Among the most popular routes this May are sun destinations like Madeira and Lanzarote, along with city favourites such as Naples, Palma and Airport Director Niall Kearns said that while the team is prepared to deliver a smooth and welcoming experience, parking demand is expected to be high. He said: 'All the team are looking forward to Making It Easy for those travelling this week, and to ensuring that our passengers' holidays start here at Shannon Airport. 'With easy access from our car parks, fast movement through security, great duty-free shopping, our popular bar and restaurants as well as a very friendly welcome, customers can expect a hassle-free airport experience.' Most read in News Travel Shannon Airport currently offers 36 routes to 11 countries, with over 1.8 million seats available this And passengers are now being encouraged to reserve parking online in advance to secure the best rates and avoid availability issues. I'm an Aer Lingus flight attendant - here's a look at our newest flight direct to US destination from Dublin Car parking can be reserved directly at Mr. Kearns added: 'It's fantastic to see another vibrant bank holiday period following such an exceptionally busy Easter. 'We hope you enjoy every moment of your journey – both through the airport and on reaching your destinations.' Meanwhile, a In what's called "evening-before bag drop", flyers can now drop off their bags at the airport on the day before they fly. It means that you do not have to worry about dragging a big bag with you on the day of your flight. And it saves you the time you would otherwise spend waiting in line at the check-in desk. Now, savvy travellers who have checked in online and dropped off their bags simply need to show up and head through security. In 2025, the evening-before bag drop will be available between April and September.
