Norwegian has announced that new low-cost transatlantic flights from Ireland to the US East Coast will include use of the U.S Preclearance facilities at Dublin and Shannon airports for passengers.

In July, Norwegian will begin a series of affordable transatlantic routes from Ireland to airports on the US east coast offering access into New York, Boston and New England.

From Dublin and Shannon, Norwegian offers flights to Stewart International Airport in New York State, along with Providence Airport which offers a gateway into Boston and New England.

The USA will now be more accessible than ever before, thanks to two brand new direct routes to San Francisco and Boston. In addition to the new U.S. routes, the airline will be increasing its frequency to Barbados. Both routes will be operating in conjunction with joint venture partner Delta Air Lines.

Qatar Airways, the award-winning and fastest growing airline in the world, have announced eight more destinations for their 2017-18 schedules, in addition to seven previously announced new cities for a total of 15 new gateways.

From May 2017 Virgin Atlantic in conjunction with its joint venture partner Delta Air Lines will offer a third daily service between London Heathrow and Los Angeles, creating greater choice of flights for customers during the peak summer travel season.

As part of the joint venture, Virgin Atlantic and Delta will co-locate their operations at across Los Angeles International Airport making connections between flights seamless for customers who want to travel onwards to over 20 Delta destinations, including Mexico, Hawaii and other parts of the U.S.

Qantas customers travelling from Brisbane now have a stylish new space to relax, work and dine before their overseas flight, with the Qantas Brisbane International Lounge. The lounge is based on the award winning Hong Kong and Singapore Lounge concept, with the food and interior design taking inspiration from the local region. The lounge is now open for Qantas customers travelling in Business, eligible Frequent Flyers and oneworld members.

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, have responded to the demands of the Welsh market by adding additional capacity and another new route to its network this winter. Flybe will begin operating a twice a week Cardiff to Berlin route on a Wednesday and Saturday from 2nd November 2016. Flybe’s Glasgow route will increase to 11 flights per week, meaning Welsh business passengers have even more day return options from Cardiff.

American Airlines are offering fully flat-beds in Business and First Class on every flight departing from London Heathrow to the U.S.

Modern interiors, direct aisle access, increased entertainment options, an industry-leading personal workspace and a more private in-flight experience bring customers an even better journey.

In addition, Wi-Fi will be available on every flight to Chicago, New York JFK, Los Angeles, Dallas Fort Worth and Miami operated by American Airlines on Boeing 777-300 and Boeing 777-200 aircraft.

Rapid growth in passenger numbers flying from Dublin Airport to the US has paved the way for the new 51st&Green US Preclearance Lounge. The lounge is available to transatlantic passengers travelling with Aer Lingus, Delta, United and American Airlines in Business Class or with airline club cards. The four airlines fly 276 times a week to and from 11 US destinations, with a choice of 40 return flights daily.

Aer Lingus was founded by the Irish Government in 1936 to provide air services between the UK and Ireland.

Originally named Aer Loingeas, the name was derived from the Gaelic words which roughly translated as ‘Air Fleet.’

On 27th May 1936, Aer Lingus made its maiden voyage from Baldonnel Aerodrome in Dublin to Bristol (Whitchurch Airfield) in the UK. A six seater De Havilland and Dragon named ‘Lolar’ (Eagle) carried just five passengers across the Irish Sea.