Have you lost a personal item while travelling with Aer Lingus ? Each day, thousands of items are lost by travelers during one of the many flights run by Aer Lingus.

About Aer Lingus
Aer Lingus is the flag carrier airline of Ireland, founded in 1936 and headquartered in Dublin. The airline operates its main hub at Dublin Airport (DUB), connecting Ireland to over 90 destinations across Europe, North America, and North Africa. As a member of International Airlines Group (IAG) alongside British Airways, Iberia, and Vueling, Aer Lingus serves millions of passengers annually with a modern fleet primarily consisting of Airbus aircraft.
Known for its distinctive green shamrock livery, the airline offers multiple cabin classes including Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class on long-haul routes. Aer Lingus is also a member of the oneworld alliance (as an affiliate member) and operates the AerClub frequent flyer program.
The airline is recognized for providing a gateway between Europe and North America, with Dublin Airport offering U.S. customs pre-clearance facilities for transatlantic passengers.
How to report a lost item onboard an Aer Lingus flight ?
If you’ve lost your item(s) at the airport or on the plane, our team is here to help you report your loss.
Lost items while travelling with Aer Lingus are submitted to different agencies based on where they were found. You’ll find all the information you need to contact Aer Lingus on this page. You can also complete and send in the Lost Item Report Form on our platform so that our team can assist you in locating your lost item(s).
The Aer Lingus Lost Property service is located at Dublin Airport, Dublin, Ireland
The Lost Property service is open for enquiries 24/7
What happens to lost property on an Aer Lingus flight ?
Items forgotten on an Aer Lingus plane are usually collected by the cabin crew and handed over to the airline’s lost and found department. These items are then logged and stored either at the arrival airport or a central facility. If they are not claimed within a specified period, they might be donated, discarded, or sold at an auction.
Do airlines actually look for lost items ?
Yes, airlines actively search for lost items. Passengers can report their missing items to the airline’s lost and found, which will then check their records to see if the items have been found.
Can you recover lost items from an airplane ?
Yes, it is often possible to recover lost items. Passengers should contact the airline’s lost and found department as soon as they realize something is missing. Detailed descriptions and flight information aid in the recovery process, and many airlines provide online forms for this purpose.
How long does Aer Lingus keep found property ?
The retention period for found items varies by airline. Typically, items are held for 30 days to several months. Unclaimed items might be donated, disposed of, or auctioned. Specific policies can be found by checking with the airline.
Recent Lost Items Reported in Aer Lingus flights
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Carry-on black suite case with a blue travel worldwide tag in Aer Lingus flight from Lanzarote Arrecife airport (Spain) to Belfast airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : A black suite case with handle with blue tag travel worldwide on it. Contents: 6 sun dresses dresses; 1 orange, 1 green flora, 1 turqoise paisley print,…
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iPhone in Aer Lingus flight from Boston Logan airport (USA) to Shannon airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : iPhone in a black rubber protective case A photo of a man and a woman at a Liverpool soccer match will come up when the phone is…
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Ear buds on Aer Lingus flight from New York JFK airport (USA) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : I had my Earbuds on Flight EI104, Seat D29 and they were in the case – I got offered a seat with more leg room, and didn't…
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iPad in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Lisbon airport (Portugal)
Description of lost item(s) : I pad, it has a flip cover on it. It has a photo of my three kids in black and white on the Home Screen. Location of…
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iPad on Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Chicago O’Hare airport (USA)
Description of lost item(s) : iPad (silver) with black foldable case that can stand it up. Serial Number is JFPY*****KY Wallpaper is of a note that was written to me and should…
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Redmi note mobile phone in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Izmir Adnan Menderes airport (Turkey)
Description of lost item(s) : Remi note mobile phone left on flight number EI0798 Dublin to Izmir 12/04/26 seat number 18E Location of loss : Left on plane seat number 18E flight…
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Bose noise canceling headphones in Aer Lingus flight from Hartford airport (UK) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Bose noise canceling headphones color, black Location of loss : Seat 14 D on flight from Hartford Date of loss : 03/31/2026 I found this / these…
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Red cushion pouch containing a silver Cartier Tank watch in Aer Lingus flight from Boston Logan airport (USA) to Shannon airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : A Silver Cartier watch in a red cushioned pouch . Location of loss : We were seated in Row 4a4c EI 0134 Monday 9th March I think…
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Samsung Galaxy S21 phone in Aer Lingus from Chicago O’Hare airport (USA) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : My husbands cellphone is a Samsung Galaxy S21 cellphone unlocked Black cellphone case In Contacts CYN is me his wife I’m the primary account holder It may…
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Small gold box with a white lid betweeen London Heathrow airport T2 (UK) and Aer Lingus flight to Shannon airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Small gold box with a white lid containing white rosary beads. The lid of the box has a white symbol depicting the year of the Jublliee emblem.…
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Black notebook in Aer Lingus flight from Amsterdam Shiphol airport (Netherlands) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : An about A5 size moleskine black notebook, non-ligned pages, about half filled with noted Location of loss : On the 20:35 flight departing from AMS Schipol airport,…
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Grey-green Rains 3/4 length rain coat on Aer Lingus flight from Malaga airport (Spain) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Rains 3/4 length, peaked hooded Jacketraincoat Grey green in colour with black insides. Left attached to the seat hanger of window seat 8F Location of loss :…
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kindle in Aer Lingus flight from New York JFK airport (USA) to Manchester airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : My item is a kindle, it was in a blue/grey folding case, I left it inside the seat infront of me on my flight back from New…
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Green rabbit teddy in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Newark airport (USA)
Description of lost item(s) : A green rabbit teddy, with long ears with pink. Sentimental value Location of loss : Row 23F under or on the seat Date of loss : 01/21/2026…
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Apple iPad in Aer Lingus flight from London Heathrow airport (UK) to Cork airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Apple iPad Air with pencil and cover Left in the pocket of the seat in front of mine. I was on Flight EI 715 on Sunday January…
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Silk scarf in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to London Heathrow airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : Brown/Navy Max Mara silk square scarf with a scarf ring attached Possibly left on an aer Lingus flight from Dublin to London on the evening of the…
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Blue framed Specsavers reading glasses on Aer Lingus flight from Barcelona airport (Spain) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Black framed blue on inside, Specsavers Reading glasses. Location of loss : Flight EI563 from Barcelona to Dublin on the 26/11/25 Date of loss : 11/26/2025 I…
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Irish Passport on Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to London Heathrow airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : Irish Passport. Maroon cover Passport Number PN512663 DOB: 09/04/1941 Name: Patrick Daniel Walsh Date of Issue: 30 May 2017 Expiry Date: 29 May 2027 Location of loss…
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Silver Laptop in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to London Heathrow airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : Dell Lap top computer Silver I was seated in row 4 c Dublin to Heathrow, departing 19:45, 18 November Location of loss : The pocket in 4C…
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Oticon hearing aids in small pouch on Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Toronto Pearson airport (Canada)
Description of lost item(s) : A pair of Oticon hearing aids. They are in a small, black zippered pouch, about 6″ in diameter. Inside the pouch is a small, black plastic hinged…
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Black down vest in Aer Lingus flight from Boston Logan airport (USA) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Used, black, down vest. May have name and address on it. Golden disk necklace in pocket. Zipper and snaps. Location of loss : In or around the…
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Grey/White Wallaboo Baby Car Seat Footmuff on an AerLingus plane from Dublin airport (Ireland) to Faro airport (Portugal)
Description of lost item(s) : Brand: Wallaboo Description: Footmuff for a baby's car seat. Grey exterior colour, White shearling interior. Location of loss : The item was left in the overhead bin…
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Apple iPhone on Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to New York JFK airport (USA)
Description of lost item(s) : Apple iPhone 13 in blue case with white circle on back. Lost on flight EI1070 from Dublin to JFK, New York USA, on October 27, 2025. I…
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Duty free bag in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to New York JFK airport (USA)
Description of lost item(s) : A clear duty free bag, left overhead in seat 23c, with a btl of perfume. Flight number EI0105 Dublin to JFK 24th of Oct, at 11.05am Location…
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Teal/blue raincoat and a bag of gifts from Dublin Duty Free store at Denver airport (USA)
Description of lost item(s) : One Teal or Blue colored woman’s raincoat with a hood and a bag of gifts from Dublin Duty Free store containing a bracelet, scarf, baseball cap, and…
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iPhone 11 on Aer Lingus flight from Shannon airport to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : iPhone 11 Location of loss : Seat pocket of seat 3K on Aer Lingus flights 134 from Boston to Shannon today Date of loss : 10/16/2025 I…
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Fishing rod in Aer Lingus flight from New York JFK airport (USA) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Irwin fishing rod in a green tube case checked in on 4,45 flight from JFK to Dublin Ireland on September 4th Location of loss : JFKaer lingus…
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Chloe Vanilla Planifolia perfume bought at duty free lost on Aer Lingus flight from Malaga airport (Spain) to Dublin airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Chloe Planifolia Vanilla (expensive perfume) purchased at duty free in Malaga Location of loss : Overhead locker at seat 5B, Aer Lingus flight E10585 Malaga to Dublin,…
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Masters & Dynamic headphones on Aer Lingus flight from New York JFK airport (USA) to Shannon airport (Ireland)
Description of lost item(s) : Master & Dynamic over the ear headphones in silver metal & brown leather in a black carrying case. Location of loss : Somewhere in my seat in…
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Black leather gloves with fur cuff in Aer Lingus flight from Dublin airport (Ireland) to London Heathrow airport (UK)
Description of lost item(s) : One pair of black leather gloves with fur cuff Location of loss : On the aeroplane flight no EI164 from Dublin to Heathrow Date of loss :…
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If you have lost one or several item(s), you will find information on how to contact a lost and found property service on this page. Contact information following the loss of an item
Name : Aer Lingus Lost and Found
Address : Dublin Airport
Dublin, Ireland
Phone number : +353 1 886 8988
Opening hours : 24/7
Website : https://www.aerlingus.com/support/customer-care/contact-us/
List of the main items found
- Lost Personal Items : Keys, ID, Passport, Wallet, Documents, Badge, Licence (...)
- Lost Electronics : Phone, Tablet, Device charger, Camera, Laptop, Headphones (...)
- Lost Accessories : Purse, Bag, Backpack, Sunglasses, Eyeglasses, Jewellery (...)
- Lost Clothing : Gloves, Cap, Hat, Scarf, Sweater, Coat, Vest (...)
