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Manchester Airport Parking

Compare Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport parking at Manchester, plus everything you need to know before you travel.

Key information

Location & postcode

9 miles south of Manchester city centre. Manchester Airport, Manchester, M90 1QX

By road

M56 Junction 5, linked to the M60 and M6

Public transport

Manchester Airport station (trains to Piccadilly in 20 mins) and the Metrolink tram

Terminals

Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3

Drop-off charge

£5.50 for up to 5 minutes, £6.50 for up to 10 minutes. Free drop-off at JetParks 1 with a shuttle bus

Passengers per year

Around 28m+

Terminals 1 and 2 are next to each other, and Terminal 3 is a short walk away. Allow extra time during the summer holidays. Charges and transport details can change. Please check before you travel.

Parking options at Manchester

Meet & Greet

Drive to the terminal and hand your keys to a driver, who parks your car for you.

Best for: Families, business travellers and anyone short on time.

On-Airport (Short, Mid & Long Stay)

Official car parks on the airport site, either a short walk or a quick airport shuttle from the terminal.

Best for: Short trips and travellers who want to stay on airport grounds.

Park & Ride

Park in a secure car park near the airport and take a regular shuttle bus to the terminal.

Best for: Holidays of a week or more on a budget.

Off-Airport

Independent car parks further from the airport with a shuttle, or a driver who takes your car to a remote compound.

Best for: Price-conscious travellers with time to spare.

Full guide to parking types

Typical parking prices at Manchester

Cheapest total prices found for a drop-off in about 30 days, booking fee included. Prices change with demand, so search your dates for live prices.

Parking type3 days7 days14 days
Off-Airportfrom £13.99from £27.19from £46.79
Park & Ridefrom £16.99from £33.49from £57.99
On-Airportfrom £22.99from £46.09from £80.39
Meet & Greetfrom £27.49from £55.54from £97.19

Parking at Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport is 9 miles south of Manchester city centre, and handles around 28m+ passengers a year. Most travellers drive, so choosing the right car park, and booking it early, is one of the easiest ways to save money and start your trip relaxed. Our comparison brings together Meet & Greet, Park & Ride, On-Airport and Off-Airport options at Manchester, with the full price shown before you pay.

Driving to the airport

M56 Junction 5, linked to the M60 and M6. For sat-nav, use the postcode M90 1QX, or the postcode on your booking confirmation for your car park. Allow extra time at peak times: early mornings, Friday afternoons and the start of school holidays.

Terminals

Manchester has 3 terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3). Terminals 1 and 2 are next to each other, and Terminal 3 is a short walk away. Allow extra time during the summer holidays. Always check the terminal on your ticket before you book, especially for Meet & Greet, where you meet the driver at a particular terminal.

Getting dropped off instead?

The forecourt drop-off charge is £5.50 for up to 5 minutes, £6.50 for up to 10 minutes. Free drop-off at JetParks 1 with a shuttle bus. If someone drops you off and picks you up, you pay twice, plus their fuel and time. For trips of a few days, pre-booked parking can work out cheaper and easier.

Public transport

Manchester Airport station (trains to Piccadilly in 20 mins) and the Metrolink tram. Public transport can be a good choice if you live near a station and are travelling light.

Our top tips

Book 4–8 weeks ahead for the best prices at Manchester, especially for summer and half-term. Compare the total price rather than the daily rate. Add Cancellation Cover if your plans might change. Save the provider's phone number before you leave home.

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