Aer Lingus adds Northern Lights to new flight schedule
Aer Lingus has launched a new route which will allow travellers to fly right over the Northern Lights in Norway.
This week, the first Aer Lingus flight left Dublin Airport for Tromsø, in the north of Norway, and from now on the airline will travel twice weekly to the home of the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights.
Whether chasing the Aurora Borealis, enjoying 24-hour skiing, or seeking a picturesque winter escape, Tromsø offers something for everyone. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Sundays, until March 2026.
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Susanne Carberry, Chief Customer Officer, Aer Lingus, said: ‘Today marks a milestone for Aer Lingus as our inaugural direct service from Dublin to Tromsø takes flight, introducing Norway to our network for the very first time.’
‘This exciting new route gives customers in Ireland the opportunity to experience the natural beauty and unique adventures of Northern Norway this winter. It also enhances the region’s connectivity to the US, making the area easily accessible via Aer Lingus’ Dublin Hub.’
Ivar Schrøen Helsing, Airport Manager, Avinor Tromsø Airport, said, ‘Finally, we can welcome Irish people on direct flights to fantastic Tromsø, to the northern lights, and outstanding nature and experiences, as well as send all our local adventurous northerners to beautiful and cultural Dublin and Ireland’.
A view of the Arctic Cathedral in Tromso, Norway, on January 12, 2025. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Sitting right in the heart of the Northern Lights Belt, Tromsø is basically a front-row seat to the Aurora Borealis. Hop on the famous Fjellheisen cable car and glide up to Mount Storsteinen for unbeatable views of the dancing lights, plus a stunning panorama of the city and its iconic Arctic Cathedral.
Snow lovers are covered too, as just 12km from the airport, Tromsø Alpinpark has runs for every level, making it a dream spot for anyone chasing Arctic adventure.
And for travellers craving winter getaways a little closer to home, Aer Lingus has also rolled out other new direct routes: Dublin–Turin and Cork–Prague are now live, with Cork–Geneva taking off on 20th December.
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For those of us who have never crossed the Arctic Circle, Tromsø could be an exciting new adventure in 2026, offering something a little bit different. It is situated on the island of Tromsøya, but also includes parts of the mainland and the island of Kvaløya.
Aer Lingus to Norway. Pic: Naoise Culhane
The midnight sun in Tromsø is a phenomenon which happens from around May 20th to July 22nd, when the sun remains visible 24/7 above the Arctic Circle.
If you are interested in seeing the Northern Lights, the best time to visit Tromsø is between September 15th and April 14th.
Flights with Aer Lingus typically cost around €155 return in December.
