Friday, August 23, 2024 Aer Lingus is rolling out the red carpet in Dublin this week as it proudly welcomes the teams from Georgia Institute of Technology and Florida State University, along with their spirited delegations, cheerleaders, marching bands, and thousands of enthusiastic fans. The excitement is palpable as they touch down in the Irish capital, gearing up for the highly anticipated Aer Lingus College Football Classic. A Thrilling Start to the 2024 College Football Season Scheduled for August 24th at the iconic Aviva Stadium, this year’s showdown will see Georgia Tech take on Florida State, marking the start of the 2024 U.
S. college football season. As the title sponsor, Aer Lingus is thrilled to play a key role in making this event a reality, connecting fans from around the globe while showcasing Ireland’s famed hospitality.
With more than 47,000 tickets sold—over 25,000 to American fans traveling across the Atlantic—the event is officially a sell-out, continuing the incredible success of previous years. Massive Logistical Operation Behind the scenes, Aer Lingus is executing a substantial logistical operation to ensure the smooth arrival and departure of the teams, their management, and support staff. The airline will operate four special charter flights—two inbound and two outbound—using its largest aircraft, the Airbus A330-300, each capable of seating 317 passengers.
In total, 1,122 passengers, including players, coaches, and backroom staff, will be .