Take off for Shannon Airport’s new Chicago service with United
Over 42,000 seat capacity expected to create new business and tourism opportunities
Friday 26th May 2023: It’s take-off for Shannon Airport’s new Chicago service with United Airlines today as the first flight takes to the skies towards the windy city.
At 8.50am this morning, excited passengers boarded the Boeing 757-200 aircraft departing at 9.30am, for the first daily seasonal Chicago service from Shannon bound for O’Hare International Airport.
Speaking at a gate celebration to mark the occasion, Mary Considine, CEO of The Shannon Airport Group said, “This is a significant boost for Shannon Airport, and we are delighted to have this direct daily seasonal service to Chicago back serving the transatlantic market. United Airlines are a valued airline partner at Shannon and this service shows the continued appeal of Shannon and the West of Ireland.
“Chicago is an important U.S. gateway and is a really positive addition to the daily services we already offer from Shannon to New York, Boston and Newark. With a seat capacity of over 42,000, this strategic Chicago route not only benefits leisure and tourism travellers, but this direct service also provides important additional business connectivity for our customers.
Pictured prior to the first Chicago flight at Shannon Airport were Martina Coogan, United Airlines , Declan Power, Head of Aviation Development, The Shannon Airport Group and Mary Considine, CEO The Shannon Airport Group. Pic Arthur Ellis.
