Manchester Airport Parking

Manchester Airport Information

More than 25 million passengers travel through Manchester Airport each year flying to 225 destinations across the world.

Since it first opened as a single terminal airfield known as Ringway Airport back in 1938, Manchester airport has grown beyond recognition. It now sports two runways and three terminals and is the UK's third busiest airport.

While you're there you might travel over one of the 42 air bridges, check-in at one of the 254 check-in desk or find out information about your flight one of the 940 helpful departure information screens.

How to Get to Manchester Airport

Get to Manchester Airport from Junction 5 on the M56. Whether travelling from the North or South the M56 is easily accessible from both the M6 and the M60. The airport is only 20 minutes' drive from Manchester City Centre.

For those of you that don't go anywhere without your trusted sat nav, the postcode is M90 1QX.

There are three terminals at Manchester Airport, please check which terminal you are flying with before you travel.

To get between Terminals 1 and 2 there is a moving walkway along the Skylink which takes around 15 minutes.

To get between Terminals 1 and 3 there is an external walkway which takes 5 minutes.

Car Parking Options at Manchester Airport

There are numerous car parking options both on-airport and off-airport at Manchester Airport. The cheapest car parks will normally be off-airport with a short transfer to the airport via a shuttle bus. If you're after a hassle free parking option, selecting Meet & Greet will save you time.

On-Airport Parking at Manchester Airport

Depending on which terminal you are flying from and how long you are away for, there are different options to suit you from Long Stay & JetParks to Short Stay Multi-Storey.

Long Stay Parking Manchester Airport

Only 5 minutes away from the terminals by shuttle bus, the Manchester long stay parking options are great if you want to park your own car and keep hold of your keys. Make sure you go select the long stay car park for your terminal; terminal 1 & 3 are in the same car park and terminal 2 has its own long stay car park.

Short Stay Parking Manchester Airport

The closest parking to the terminals are the multi-storey car parks, it is only a 1-minute walk over to the terminal. Which multi-storey car park you chose will depend on which terminal you are flying from; multi-storey terminal 1, multi-storey terminal 2 or multi-storey terminal 3.

Off-Airport Parking near Manchester Airport

The cheapest Manchester Airport parking options can be found a short distance from the airport. All car parks offered by FHR come with free transfers from the car parks to your designated terminal.

APH Manchester has been awarded the 'Best Airport Parking Company' at the British Travel Awards for the last 6 years, with the Park Mark Award for security, you know your car is in safe hands.

At only 10 minutes transfer time, the family run Hunters Park and Ride can offer great value whilst holding the Park Mark award for secure parking.

Meet & Greet at Manchester Airport

For an even smoother start to your trip, we offer who will help you with your luggage, then take your vehicle to our secure car park near Manchester Airport. Then, on your return, a driver will bring your car back to the airport to meet you. It really couldn't be more convenient.

If you want more time to relax in the airport lounge select the Meet & Greet Plus (make sure you book whether you're travelling from terminal 1, 2 or 3) - and you will get security fast-track for all your party.

Hotels with Parking at Manchester Airport

If you fancy a good night's sleep before you travel then there are various airport hotels at Manchester Airport to choose from.

These include the four-star Manchester Hilton which is just two-minutes away from the terminals. The three-star Britannia Country House which is two miles from Manchester Airport in the peaceful area of Didsbury and the four-star Manchester Airport Marriott which has excellent leisure facilities and is one-mile away from the Airport.

Manchester Airport Departure Lounge

There are more than 120 shops to choose from at Manchester airport, which is great for shopaholics!

If you're feeling a little peckish at the Airport, then there are plenty of eateries to tempt your taste buds. More than 300,000 breakfasts are consumed each year at the travel hub, three million hot drinks are bought, along with one million pints of beer and 1.5 million bottles of water. Frankie and Benny's is just one of the restaurants that are popular with airport visitors. There is also a Burger King and Greggs.

If you require assistance at Manchester airport, the airport advises that you must discuss and notify your assistance requirements with your travel agent, tour operator or airline at the time of booking and no later than 48 hours before the date of your departure. Changing Places can be found in all three terminals. They are a locked facility that provides more space than a normal accessible toilet, to allow adequate room for additional equipment and carers to be present to aid the user.

Manchester Airport Lounge

If you want to escape the crowds at the airport then why not check into one of the Manchester Airport Lounges. In Terminal 1 you have the choice of Aspire Lounge or The Escape Lounge. In Terminal Two there is The Escape Lounge or The Swissport Lounge and in Terminal 3 you can visit The Escape Lounge. There are complimentary drinks and nibbles, internet facilities, TV and newspapers and very comfortable chairs to lean back and chill in.

Manchester Airport Parking Map

Click on a point below to view information on the car park and the transfer time to Manchester airport.

VIP Meet & Greet

The services was smooth, efficient and good value. I have no hesitation in recommending this company to others.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Mr Hilton - 15 Feb 2019 05:55

Meet & Greet Terminal 3

Easy parking, right next to terminal. Easy check in an car waiting upon return. Will use again.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Dennis Dickson - 14 Feb 2019 10:17

Multi-storey - Terminal 1

Barrier initially not working so long queue. Then number plate recognition didn't work when leaving car patk. Very pleasant man was able to sort it but shouldn't be necessary.
3 Rating Book Again: Yes DR GLENN N RUSSELL - 13 Feb 2019 15:58

JetParks Car Park 3

Very good service.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Ahmed Sheikh Mohamed - 13 Feb 2019 14:21

JetParks Ringway

Arrived at jetparks manchester (pre booked). Drove up to the barrier. Barrier stayed down. Pressed the buzzer for help, rang but no reply. Thought we had the wrong car park. Tried phoning the help number on the booking sheet. Auomated system, waste of time After a while ended back where we started. This time the phone was answered. Gave my reg number and was let in. Coming back was straight forward
2 Rating Book Again: No Mark robinson - 13 Feb 2019 11:50

Meet & Greet Terminal 2

Excellent , efficient service
5 Rating Book Again: Yes David Evans - 13 Feb 2019 10:45

APH Manchester

Quick easy parking . Friendly staff fast buscto airport terminal. Would highly recommend
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Elaine khan - 13 Feb 2019 10:14

JetParks Car Park 3

Everything went ahead without any hitches. Would consider using teh same park again. Only grawback is a lack of lighting on site
5 Rating Book Again: Yes John - 12 Feb 2019 17:21

Multi-storey - Terminal 1

Easy enough, just a long time waiting for the lift!
4 Rating Book Again: Yes Jude Rouse - 12 Feb 2019 16:29

Toad Park and Ride Service

A perfect place to leave your car in trusted hands during a trip abroad. We used Toad/eParking/FSS some 30 times the last 4 years and will continue to do so. The next time has been booked already.
5 Rating Book Again: Yes Jacob Buis - 11 Feb 2019 19:21

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