Aer Lingus launches first direct flight from Manchester to Barbados

Aer Lingus’ first transatlantic service from the UK took to the skies yesterday with the departure of the airline’s first ever non-stop direct flight from Manchester to Barbados. From December 1, Aer Lingus will begin operating its first ever non-stop direct flights from Manchester to New York’s JFK airport. Aer Lingus will begin a third new route from Manchester to Orlando on December 11. The flights can also be booked as part of a holiday package, thanks to the airline’s new partnership with British Airways Holidays. Lynne Embleton, Aer Lingus CEO, said: “We know there is strong demand for direct