Aer Lingus has announced its second new long-haul route for 2026 with the launch of flights between Dublin Airport (DUB) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) scheduled to begin on May 25th. The airline will operate 4x weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays once the route launches.

Aer Lingus will use its Airbus A321LR/XLR aircraft equipped with 16 Business Class and 168 Economy Class seats. The Airbus A321XLR has become a core asset in Aer Lingus’ transatlantic expansion strategy and enables the airline to serve mid-size US cities with long-haul comfort and performance.

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Originally published: December 11, 2025