--- title: "Aer Lingus Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Aer Lingus review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.0/10, safety score 9.2/10. Aer Lingus is Ireland's flag carrier, an IAG group airline outside the global…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/aer-lingus/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · EI # Aer Lingus Smart flies Aer Lingus Photo: Bene Riobó / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Aer Lingus is Ireland's flag carrier, an IAG group airline outside the global alliances, operating transatlantic routes from Dublin with US Pre-Clearance and AerClub Avios shared with BA and Iberia. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Aer Lingus for my next long-haul work trip? Aer Lingus scores 8.0/10 (safety 9.2/10), ranking #17 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business. Economy seat pitch: 30–32"; loyalty programme: AerClub (Avios). Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 8.0/10 **Safety** 9.2/10 **Global rank** #17 **Wi-Fi policy** Paid Wi-Fi ## Who should think twice about Aer Lingus Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Dublin positioning adds time from UK regions - A321XLR narrowbody on some transatlantic routes ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Aer Lingus — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies | | --- | --- | | Checked baggage | 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business | | In-flight Wi-Fi | Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages | | Economy seat pitch | 30–32" | | Lounge access | Aer Lingus lounge DUB; oneworld Emerald/Sapphire | | Changes & refunds | Flex fares allow changes; Saver restricted | | Loyalty programme | AerClub (Avios) | ## Awards & Recognition - US Pre-Clearance at Dublin ## Airline Details **IATA Code** EI **ICAO Code** EIN **Hub** Dublin (DUB) **Alliance** Independent **Founded** 1936 **Fleet Size** 60 aircraft ## Strengths - US Pre-Clearance at Dublin — arrive in US as domestic - AerClub shares Avios with BA and Iberia - Competitive transatlantic business vs direct LHR fares ## Weaknesses - Dublin positioning adds time from UK regions - A321XLR narrowbody on some transatlantic routes ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Aer Lingus fares from the UK Search live prices on Aer Lingus (EI) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Aer Lingus travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Aer Lingus. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 55 × 40 × 24 cm, 10 kg + small item 25 × 33 × 20 cm; Saver ~£/€9.99 to carry aboard or checks it free · Up to 10 kg | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Transatlantic Saver none; Smart/Flex 1 × 23 kg | | Checked bag (business) | Business: up to 3 bags, 69 kg combined, max 32 kg each (source uncertain — verify before publishing) | | Seat selection | Saver pays; free on Smart/Flex | | Change fee | Varies by fare; flexible fares free, Saver fees + fare difference | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality **Not currently tracked.** Unverified — not in Cirium 2025 regional top 10s; no comparable published annual figure found Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 60 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** A330-200/300, A321LR/XLR, A320 **Economy pitch** 31–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat staggered on A330; throne seats on A321LR **Wi-Fi** Paid on long-haul; not available shorthaul ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; Irish IAA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.2/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** AerClub **Currency** Avios Tiers: Green, Silver, Platinum, Concierge ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.0/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: aerlingus.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · radicalstorage.com allowance summary 2025 (business baggage figure hedged) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile · Punctuality unverified — no comparable published annual figure found ## About Aer Lingus Aer Lingus is Ireland's flag carrier, an IAG group airline outside the global alliances, operating transatlantic routes from Dublin with US Pre-Clearance and AerClub Avios shared with BA and Iberia. Key strengths: US Pre-Clearance at Dublin — arrive in US as domestic. AerClub shares Avios with BA and Iberia. Competitive transatlantic business vs direct LHR fares. Areas for improvement: Dublin positioning adds time from UK regions. A321XLR narrowbody on some transatlantic routes. ## Editorial Aer Lingus Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Aer Lingus. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Aer%20Lingus). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Aer Lingus — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Aer Lingus a good airline? Aer Lingus scores 8.0/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include US Pre-Clearance at Dublin — arrive in US as domestic; AerClub shares Avios with BA and Iberia. ### What is Aer Lingus's safety score? Aer Lingus scores 9.2/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Aer Lingus in? Aer Lingus is not a member of a global airline alliance. ### Where is Aer Lingus's hub? Aer Lingus's primary hub is Dublin (DUB). The airline was founded in 1936 and operates approximately 60 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines