US bound passengers from Birmingham Airport offered pre-clearance in Dublin

AIRLINE Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann, has announced details of a service which allows Birmingham-based passengers to fast track their journey to the US through Dublin Airport.

Passengers flying with Aer Lingus from Birmingham can now connect through Dublin to complete pre-clearance and customs, ahead of their onward journey to the US.

Completing pre-clearance at Dublin Airport – operated and staffed by US Customs and Border staff – means that on arrival in the US, Birmingham passengers will be treated similarly to domestic passengers and avoid delays often associated with US security.

It is estimated that this service could save passengers up to two hours on arrival at US destinations including New York, Boston, Chicago and Orlando.

Ireland is the only country in Europe to offer passport and customs pre-clearance to US destinations.

Simon Fagan, chief commercial officer, of Aer Arann, said:  “Following recently adding flights to the Dublin Birmingham route, we are pleased to announce details of this service which is designed to save our customers time.

“Birmingham Airport is of strategic importance to our network.

“We estimate that 480,000 passengers travel through London airports from the West Midlands to fly to the US – adding substantial time to their journey. Now there is an alternative.

“This service will enable customers to fly from Birmingham, pre-clear security and customs in Dublin and make their onward trip to the US at reduced journey times.”

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