Manchester Airport Arrivals: Are Flights Landing As Scheduled?

Manchester Airport has three terminals, with the most popular short-haul and domestic airlines leaving from Terminals 1 and 3, and Terminal 2 generally hosting international flights. The airport's official website provides live flight arrival information, as well as details on parking, transport, and other relevant travel updates.

Terminal 1, 2 and 3 arrivals

Manchester Airport has three terminals. The most popular short-haul and domestic airlines arrive at Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, including easyJet (T1) and Ryanair and Flybe (T3). Terminal 2 generally hosts international flights from airlines like Air Canada, Air Malta and Qatar Airways.

Terminal 1 Arrivals

Terminal 1 is the largest terminal, so you will find the main visitor facilities such as Tourist Information and the hotel booking service here. The Arrivals hall is on the lower level, with lift and escalator access to the Skylink walkway and the Station transport interchange for onward travel.

Terminal 2 Arrivals

Terminal 2 Arrivals are on the lower level, and there is an information desk next to the baggage reclaim area. There is no dedicated meeting point here, so you might wish to go to Terminal 1 if you're meeting someone.

Terminal 3 Arrivals

Terminal 3 is next to Terminal 1 and mainly serves UK and Ireland flights. You'll find Arrivals on the first floor, where there is also an information point and meeting point. The main information desk for the whole airport is a 5-minute walk away, in Terminal 1.

Getting to Manchester Airport

By train: All trains run straight to Manchester Airport station, otherwise known as 'The Station' transport interchange, which connects all public transport to the airport. Trains run every 10 minutes here from Manchester Piccadilly and there are further connections to destinations including York, Crewe and Carlisle, for Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Station can be easily accessed on foot from all three terminals via the Skylink walkway.

By Metrolink: Manchester's commuter tram service also goes to Manchester Airport, from 92 stops around the city area. Coming from the airport, you can change at Cornbrook for access to the city centre.

By bus/coach: National Express runs frequent coach services between The Station interchange and Greater Manchester, as well as other major cities like Birmingham, Liverpool, London, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

By car: The airport is signposted from the M56 Junction 5, which is easy to access from the rest of the UK, via the M60 and M60. From Manchester city centre, follow the signs via the A34 or A5103. The satnav postcode for the airport is M90 1QX, or see the pick-up and drop section for specific terminal postcodes.

Airlines

Manchester Airport has three terminals, with the most popular short-haul and domestic airlines departing from Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. Terminal 2, meanwhile, generally hosts international flights.

Some of the most popular airlines that operate out of Manchester Airport include:

• EasyJet (departs from Terminal 1)
• Ryanair (departs from Terminal 3)
• Flybe (departs from Terminal 3)
• Air Canada (departs from Terminal 2)
• Air Malta (departs from Terminal 2)
• Qatar Airways (departs from Terminal 2)
• British Airways
• Aer Lingus UK
• Virgin Atlantic
• KLM
• Qantas
• Emirates
• Etihad Airways

Transport to and from the airport

Manchester Airport is located just south of Manchester city centre and offers various transport options for travellers to and from the airport.

By Car

You can get to Manchester Airport by car, and there are parking options available, including multi-storey, meet and greet, jet parks, drop & go, and long, mid, and short-stay parking.

By Public Transport

You can also get to the airport by bus, coach, bike, taxi, tram, or train. The Manchester Transit Authority (MTA) offers two bus routes to the airport:

• Bus Route #3 “Brown Ave./Airport” – Services MHT from 4:45 a.m. on weekdays and 10:15 a.m. on Saturdays. Fares are $2 for adults and $1 for seniors, disabled people, and those with Medicare.
• Bus Route #22 “Nashua Express” – Services MHT from 7:45 a.m. on weekdays and 9:45 a.m. on Saturdays. Fares are $5 for adults and $2.50 for seniors, disabled people, and those with Medicare.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. also provides intercity bus transportation to more than 3,800 destinations across North America.

Additionally, taxis are available at all terminals and the station.

By Train

You can also get to the airport by train, although there is some distance to walk via a bridge to the railway station from Terminal 3.

Car parking

Manchester Airport offers a range of parking options, from meet-and-greet to multi-storey car parks. The airport has three terminals, and there are car parks within a short walk of each.

Pre-booking

Manchester Airport recommends pre-booking your parking space to guarantee availability and save up to 77%. Pre-booking is also often cheaper than paying on the day.

Short-stay parking

Short-stay parking is suitable for stays from 30 minutes to several weeks. Short-stay parking is available at the Multi-Storey car parks at each terminal and the Mid-Stay car park for Terminals 1 and 3.

Dropping off

There is a free drop-off area a few minutes away via a free shuttle bus, as well as drop-off areas right outside the airport terminals.

Picking up

If you are picking someone up and staying for more than four hours, it is cheaper to pre-book a day's parking than to pay for four hours in the Multi-Storey car park.

Long-stay parking

The Multi-Storey car park is connected to Terminals 2 and 3 and is fully undercover. JetParks is another long-stay option, with transfer times averaging between five and ten minutes.

Park and Ride

There are a few Park and Ride options for Manchester Airport. JetParks is the main one, and it takes around five to twelve minutes to get to the terminals via a regular shuttle bus. At APH Park & Ride, your car is parked for you, and the transfer takes less than ten minutes.

Blue Badge parking

Blue Badge holders have to pay to park at Manchester Airport. However, they can use the drop-off zones located outside the terminals for free.

Pick-up and drop-off

Picking up or dropping off passengers at Manchester Airport is easy. You can drop off passengers for free outside the terminal buildings, although waiting is not permitted. If you're picking someone up, you can park in the airport's multi-storey car parks, which are located a short two-minute walk from the terminal building. Parking here costs £3.50 for 30 minutes.

Terminal 1 Drop-off and Pick-up

To drop off, follow the signs from the junction. The drop-off point is located to the left in the car park, past the Hilton Hotel and Clayton Hotel. To pick up, follow the same directions. The postcode for Terminal 1 MSCP is M90 3PY.

Terminal 2 Drop-off and Pick-up

To drop off, stay in the left lane as you exit the M56, and follow the signs for T2 at the first roundabout. At the second roundabout (Radisson Hotel), take the third exit and the drop-off point is straight ahead. To pick up, take the second exit at the Radisson Hotel roundabout and follow the multi-storey car park signs. The postcode for Terminal 2 MSCP is M90 4ZY.

Terminal 3 Drop-off and Pick-up

Terminals 1 and 3 are signposted together. To drop off, head past the Hilton and Clayton Hotels to the roundabout and take the first exit. Then take the third exit at the next pair of mini roundabouts, followed by the second exit. The drop-off point is straight ahead. To pick up, take the first exit at the first roundabout, then take the third exit at the next roundabout, and you will see the car park on your right. The postcode for Terminal 2 MSCP is M90 4ZY.

For the latest information on pick-up and drop-off at Manchester Airport, check the official website, which currently states that the Express Pick Up has re-opened at Terminal 2.

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