In summer 2019 using Airbus A321 neo aircraft Aer Lingus will begin direct DUB-MSP and DUB-YUL services that will offer connections from YUL to 20 European and UK airports, to 12 from MSP.
One-way DUB-YUL fares will start at 239 euro, DUB-MSP at 249 euro.
Travelers going to YUL or MSP from Dublin will be able to pre-clear US Customs at Dublin.
Two more North American gateways should help Ireland tourism surpass 2018's record performance in 2019.