Manchester Airport is the third largest airport in the UK with connections to most parts of Europe. Find a map of the airport here.
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HotelManchester Airport (MAN) known also colloquially as “Ringway Airport” is the third busiest airport in the United Kingdom and its busiest airport outside of London. It is ranked 13th globally in terms of total destinations served and is the 19th busiest airport in Europe. Formerly a base for the Royal Air Force, it is located 11km (7mi) southwest of Manchester city centre.
The airport has three passenger terminals. They are named Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3.
Terminal 1: The second largest terminal at the airport. It is used as a base for easyJet. The terminal has two piers which combined have 29 stands, of which 15 have air bridge gates. Gate 12 has been specially adapted to accommodate the Airbus A380.
Terminal 2: The most developed terminal. It is used by a variety of airlines and operates charter and scheduled flights to many European and worldwide destinations.
Terminal 3: Primarily used by British Airways and Oneworld partner airlines.
You can find the location of all three terminals and their gates using our map at the top of this page.
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are linked by the airport’s Skylink, a moving walkway, to aid passengers with the 10-15 minute walk.
Terminal 3 is linked to Terminal 1 and the Skylink, by a covered walkway.
The Skylink also connects the terminals to The Station, the airport’s railway station, and the Radisson Blu Hotel.
The airport requires a fee for dropping off passengers at terminals. Alternatively, passengers can be taken to an off-site car park where a shuttle bus operates trips to the terminals.
The airport has a variety of dining options for travelers to choose from including cafes, takeaway, bars and family friendly restaurants. These are shown in our map at the top of this page and are conveniently located in all three terminals.
There are also shops conveniently located before and after security in each terminal. Included are Duty Free shops featuring high end fashion and spirits.
The airport has two lounges, in addition to a private terminal. These are available to be booked on site, however pre-bookings are recommended.
Train: Manchester Airport station is located between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. It is linked to both terminals using the skylink. Several train operators operate services from the station that connect the airport to stations located mainly throughout Northern England.
Metrolink: A Metrolink service from the airport to Cornbrook station runs at 12-minute frequencies. Travel along the 15-stop line take approximately 35 minutes. Metrolink services also run from the airport to Manchester Victoria and Market Street.
Taxis: Taxi ranks are situated by arrivals at all three terminals.
Bus: The Station, the airport’s ground transportation interchange includes bus, coach and rail options under a single roof. Over 300 trains, 100 coaches, and 500 busses operate daily, including a 24-hour bus service, named 43 which runs every 10 minutes (30 minutes at night).
Car rentals: Several major car agencies operate out of the airport. The Car Rental Village can be reached via a free bus transfer that departs from each terminal every 10 minutes. It’s location is shown on the map at the top of this page.
Parking: Short-stay parking is located in the multistorey car parks adjacent to Terminals 1, 2, and 3. There are also several on-airport and off-airport long-stay parking options available. Several of these provide shuttle bus services to the airport. Valet parking is also available, branded as “Meet and Greet.”
There are several hotels located near the airport. One of these is the Radisson Blu Hotel which is directly connected to all three terminals using the Skylink.
Other amenities at the airport include:
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