Aer Lingus confirms closure of Manchester base 

Airline said it will engage with affected staff to discuss severance packages and redeployment opportunities

Aer Lingus flight departing from Manchester Airport.

Aer Lingus has confirmed plans to close its Manchester base. 

The airline said it informed staff and trade union representatives on Wednesday that the airline's transatlantic operations would cease fully effective March 31, 2026. Aer Lingus' Manchester to New York service will cease earlier, with its last flight on February 23.