Aer Lingus has added a temporary non-stop route between Dublin and Barbados, giving Irish travelers a direct route to the Caribbean for a limited time in spring 2026.
It comes after Aer Lingus “suspended” flights from Manchester to Barbados in March.
Seasonal services will operate from: March 31, 2026 ~ May 31, 2026Flight in operation 3 times a week to Tuesday, Friday, Sunday. The path connects Dublin with Grantley Adams International Airport to Bridgetown, Barbados.
Aer Lingus is operating a new route. Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
Fares are sold at: €229 one wayTaxes and fees included.
Ireland’s New Season Caribbean Link
Barbados has long been one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean for British and European travellers, but direct flights from Ireland and the British Isles more broadly have been limited.
This short-term Aer Lingus route gives Irish travelers a direct option for spring travel, positioning Barbados as a warm-weather escape at a time when demand for shoulder season Caribbean travel continues to grow.
Flight schedules are structured around weeklong stays, with three departures per week, providing flexibility for travelers looking to book a 7- or 10-night stay.
Aer Lingus is flying the route with the A321XLR.
Aer Lingus is the most modern long-range narrow body aircraft. Airbus A321XLR.
The airline says the aircraft consists of: 184 seats A two-class layout that includes: 16 fully lie-flat business class seatsand 168 economy class seats.
The A321XLR also includes a larger overhead bin, updated in-flight entertainment and cabin engineering designed to reduce noise.
Why Barbados is a popular spring destination
For first-time travelers, Barbados offers an incomparable mix of beaches and culture.
You can spend a day on the island’s tranquil west coast, where the water is clear and the sand shines brightly, or you can head towards the Atlantic for bigger waves and more dramatic coastline. The island is also famous for experiences beyond the beaches, including rum tasting, turtle encounters and the historic center of Bridgetown, all within walking distance.
Bridgetown is historical garrison, UNESCO World Heritage SiteAnd the city’s streets remain one of the best ways to get a feel for local Barbados, from markets and shops to everyday life beyond the resorts.
What travelers need to know
The Aer Lingus Dublin-Barbados route is scheduled to operate for only two months, from the end of March to the end of May 2026.
For travelers looking for a spring Caribbean getaway from Ireland, this is a rare opportunity to fly direct to Barbados without transiting through the UK or mainland Europe.
Dublin to Barbados prices
This may be the biggest story. According to what I found on Google Flights, the round-trip fare for this new route is about $532. Not bad for a transatlantic flight.
