Manchester Airport Information
Manchester International Airport has over 20 million passengers a year, the majority of airlines fly our of Manchester these include budget carriers such as Ryanair. The airport consists of three terminals which provide both domestic and international flights to all the major Europeans cities, North America, Asia and Africa. Each terminal services domestic and international destinations. The airport’s three terminals are connected by the Skylink moving walkway.
Extensive passenger amenities can be found at all terminals including airport lounges in each. ATMs and currency exchange facilities are located next to the check-in desks at Terminal 1 as well as a Travelex counter and a post office. Other services include a hairdresser’s, drycleaners and a medical centre. Passengers have a choice of restaurants including Burger King, Costa Coffee, Bar MCR and Starbucks, or alternatively enjoy a drink at the Blues Bar or the West Pier Bar. The Chic new Runway Bar is available to passengers in Terminal 1.
Duty-free shopping is available in the Departures lounges. Several well-known UK shops such as Boots, Tie Rack, Bodyshop, Claires and WH Smith offer excellent prices. Car hire is readily available from six major rental companies including Avis, Budget and Hertz. Disabled passengers will find the airport fully equipped to meet their needs, with TDD payphones, accessible toilets and specially trained staff available for assistance. Business travellers can utilise the airport’s 400-person capacity conference centre, which includes basic internet, telephone and fax services. The airport's 3 lounges, available at a small additional cost, are fully equiped with internet, fax and computer access. Nearby airport hotels such as the Radisson, the Atlantic and Crowne Plaza also have dedicated business service centres.
Transport and parking at Manchester International Airport
Manchester International Airport can be reached in less than 20 minutes via rail services from Manchester Piccadilly Station.
Three main bus companies operate services to and from the airport to the city centre, with a journey time of about an hour, depending on traffic.
National Express connects the airport directly with many UK cities, while metered taxi services are also available from outside each of the terminals. With over 14,000 parking spaces at the airport, passengers should have no trouble in finding a place to park their vehicle. There is a no waiting policy in front of the terminals; however, short-stay parking is available within easy reach of the three terminals.
The short-stay multi-storey car park offers special disabled parking bays situated directly next to the lifts. Several secure long-term parking lots are connected to the terminals by a free shuttle bus. Disabled drivers holding a Blue Badge will find dedicated parking spots at all of the airport’s car parks. Online pre-booking is suggested to avoid any parking delays.
Telephone : +44 161 489 3000
Website : www.manchesterairport.co.uk |
