The allure of the Emerald Isle attracts visitors from all over the world, and the availability of cheap Ireland flights adds to the appeal. Travelers are delighted to discover Ireland flights at bargain prices and money-saving package tours regardless what time of the year they plan to travel. In fact, some of the best deals can be found during the holiday season.

Most carriers service the major airports in the Irish cities of Belfast, Dublin, Kerry and Shannon. There are also smaller regional airports such as the Donegal International Airport and the Knock International Airport located southwest of Charlestown in County Mayo that are serviced by commuter airlines. Ireland flights can be booked on-line or through your travel agent.

The most popular airline for European travelers visiting Ireland has become Ryanair because they offer the cheapest flights from over 145 European cities. Ryanair traditionally operates out of smaller airports rather than big international airports except in London and Madrid. Ryanair is known to severely undercut competitor's prices and run aggressive advertising campaigns.

Visitors looking for Ireland flights soon discover the national 'flag carrier of Ireland,' Aer Lingus, which also offers low fares and provides direct flights from major cities in Europe, North Africa and the United States. For passengers flying to Ireland from the U.S., there are direct transatlantic flights from Boston Logan International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport and the JFK Airport in New York City. They are also direct flights from London as well as Madrid, and Aer Lingus has maintained loyal customers by providing quality travel at budget prices.

Another popular Irish local airline is Aer Arann, which specializes in commuter flights from Britain, France and Jersey to the Dublin Airport. Aer Arann also provides island-hopping air services to Galway, the Isle of Man, and the Aran Islands, which are all popular tourist destinations off the coasts of Ireland.

There are many smaller regional airlines offering flights to Ireland such as Air Canada, Air France and Air Baltic. Of course, you can find Ireland flights on major carriers such as United Airlines, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, British Midland, Cityjet and American Airlines, to name a few.

When searching for a flight to Ireland, you can sign up for seasonal alerts from specific airlines, or surf the web for bargain travel sites, especially if you want hotel and car rental packages. If you plan to return to Ireland regularly, consider signing up for the Frequent Flyer fares offered by most major carriers. For tips on which airlines have the best service, you can check out travel forums for tips from experienced travelers who regularly book Ireland flights and who will be glad to help you avoid common pitfalls.