top tips for Manchester Airport parking
With 21 Manchester Airport parking options on offer, it may seem a little overwhelming to decide which car park best suits your needs, so here's some tips to make it easier...
- Manchester's on-airport car parks are located within the airport grounds and are a good all round time saving option less than a mile from the main terminal buildings.
- Off-airport car parks are cracking value options for those with a little extra time on their hands. From budget parking to the award-winning APH car park these are great alternatives for car parking near Manchester Airport.
- Check your terminal. It will save you time and ensure there are no last minute rushes. Terminal 3 is quite a walk from Terminals 1 and 2. As a safe bet choose a car park that serves all three terminals.
- Check the vehicle restrictions. If you've got a larger-sized vehicle or are pulling a trailer, be sure to read any vehicle restrictions on the car park information pages. Some may allow you to book two parking spaces, whilst others may not allow you in at all.
- Customer reviews. Once you've determined which car park meets your requirements, read what our previous customers have to say about each one. The reviews are genuine, honest and we show both good and bad experiences to give you a balanced picture.
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Manchester Airport parking reviews
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we're confident that you'll have a top-notch parking experience. The good news doesn't stop there. We search the web every day to find the cheapest parking at Manchester Airport, and today's no exception. Book the cheapest car park available within the next week and you could pay as little as:
£2.33 - per day, £19.99 - 1 week, £34.99 - 2 weeks - now that's a bargain!
blue badge parking
Here's a handy list of Manchester Airport parking services, located on-airport, that offer facilities for Blue badge travellers.
- Multi-storey Parking - Disabled parking bays are located next to the lifts.
- Premier Park - Transfer buses are wheelchair-accessible. If additional assistance is needed, please request this by calling 0161 489 8582 at least 7 days in advance of travel.
- Short Term Parking - Disabled parking bays are located next to the lifts.
The off-airport car parks we offer also feature a range of facilities, which can be viewed by simply clicking the car park's name.
Pick-up and drop-off car parking at Manchester Airport
There is a strict "no waiting" policy on all roads around the terminal buildings at Manchester Airport. All pick-ups must take place at the designated car park for each terminal. There are height restrictions of 2.0 metres (6 feet 6 inches) in force on some of the terminal approach routes, overheight vehicles are therefore advised to follow the signs to the short stay surface car park, adjacent to the multi-storey car park.
- Terminal 1 Pick-up should take place in the surface car park located outside arrivals and adjacent to the multi-storey car park. Drop-offs are advised to follow the signs on route.
- Terminals 2 and 3 Pick-up's are directed to the ground level of the multi-storey car park. Drop-offs are advised to follow the signage on route.
Details may be subject to change by the Manchester Airport Authority without notice.
Short stay Manchester Airport parking
If you're one of those nice people who likes to stay for a while to wave off friends and family, you can just turn up and park for a couple of hours at the multi-storey short stay car parks. Although it's always cheaper to pre-book Manchester Airport parking, this option is perfect for stays of just a few hours.
Situated next to the terminal buildings, each car park offers covered walk-way access just a few minutes walk from check-in. Short stay car parking at Manchester Airport provides the perfect mix of speed and convenience with 'Park Mark' Accredited security for complete peace-of-mind.
Short Stay parking rates at Manchester Airport
- Up to 30 minutes - £2.00
- Up to 1 hour - £3.60
- Up to 2 hours - £5.80
- Up to 3 hours - £8.00
- Up to 4 hours - £12.00
- Up to 6 hours - £18.00
- Up to 16 hours - £24.00
- Up to 24 hours - £27.00
- Each 24 hrs thereafter - £27.00
Parking Prices are displayed at all car park entrances and may be subject to change without advance notice.
petrol stations
Don't run out of steam, or petrol for that matter - top your car up at these local garages:
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That's it. Detailed information, clearly presented and one more reason why smart people gosimply.
Winner of World's Best Airport and the Travel Weekly Globe Awards' UK Best Airport last year - pretty impressive stuff we think. Just as impressive is the veritable treasure trove of Manchester Airport parking options. To make things a little simpler we've grouped them into park and ride, and meet and greet parking.
rated 92%
Conveniently located for the M56 and M60, APH Manchester have easy check-in procedures, and they provide a safe home for your vehicle until you return.
rated 91%
First Response Parking at Manchester Airport offers good value for money, plus you can park yourself and keep your keys. Round-the-clock staff and 7-foot perimeter fencing help ensure your vehicle is safe.
rated 89%
Easy to locate from the M56, Shuttle Park for Manchester Airport is a great option for travellers looking for a lower-cost alternative to on-airport parking.
rated 89%
This park-and-ride facility, provided by the same company that brings you CarParKing Meet and Greet, features 7-foot electric fencing and dog patrols as part of their security measures.
rated 88%
Park within walking distance of the terminal at Manchester Short Stay Parking. Regular security patrols and CCTV monitoring help ensure your car stays safe.
rated 87%
Park right next to the terminal with Manchester Multi Storey Parking and you'll be just a short walk from Check-In via a covered walkway.
rated 87%
If you're departing from Terminal 2 and want the security of an on-airport car park, this is a conveniently located option with quick transfers.
rated 85%
Ideally located for Terminals 1 and 3, this Long Stay Car Park offers on-airport security and good value-for-money.
rated 83%
If you're looking for value-for-money parking that offers frequent, quick transfers, then Jet Parks should fit the bill nicely.
rated 82%
Purple Parking Park and Ride holds the Park Mark® Safer Parking Award and offers great value for money. Situated just off the M60 and M56 motorways, this car park is conveniently located for all terminals at Manchester Airport.
Easy to find from both the M56 and the M60, MIA Secure Parking provides a stress-free Manchester Airport parking experience with their simple check-in procedures.
In addition to Manchester Airport parking we also offer Liverpool Airport Parking.
A kindly, fully insured valet driver meets you at the terminal - allowing you to walk straight in with your luggage. Oh, and they'll be waiting there on your return too. Handy!
Terminals are clearly signposted and are colour coded for your convenience:
- For Terminal 1 follow the green T1 signs
- For Terminal 2 follow the pink T2 signs
- For Terminal 3 follow the purple T3 signs
There is simply no quicker way to get into and out of the airport than Meet and Greet parking at Manchester Airport.
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parking map
Locate each car park with our handy Manchester Airport parking map
customer reviews
...All the staff were helpful although it was a little confusing putting car keys in a numbered slot. Did get the hang of it though. Plenty of help with cases, etc. Would have like the bus to have been cooler on return. It was only 6am but the bus was sweltering and everybody had.....
Mr Cuddy - Airparks Handforth Dean
...Excellent service received all round, was a little apprehensive about the drop off point (The station). This turned out to be an excellent drop off point as there was no hassle to rush to get out of everyone's way and the travelators took you straight to departures, great.....
Mr Ellor - Airparks Handforth Dean
...We have used Airparks for the last 3 years and have always had an excellent service. The car park is easy to find & directions given with the booking confirmation. The staff are very pleasant and helpful and the transfer buses are clean & modern. Everything you need to.....
Mr Ward - Airparks Handforth Dean
...If you are coming from the northeast, round the M60, then this is THE carpark to use for great service and value for money. Instead of going all the way round to Junc 4 of the M60 to the airport come off at Junction 3 and just keep going straight on the A34 until you see the.....
Miss Atkins - Airparks Handforth Dean
...Arrived with the directions we were given, very easy to find. Got told what to do and where to go with no hold ups, transferred straight away to airport safe and sound. On return bus was there to meet us and we got back straight away told where car was and departed quickly......
Mr Oldfield - Airparks Handforth Dean
...We should have left more time to take the M60 rush hour slowness into account at 7.30 - 9.00 but now we are aware of that we would certainly use Airparks in future.
The airport is a bit of a maze when you land at a different Terminal but, once we headed towards the Station it.....
Mr Hopkinson - Airparks Handforth Dean
...It was simple. Met by staff when we arrived and given clear directions on what to do. Everyone was very friendly. Got on the bus and was soon at the airport. On our return we just hopped on the bus, staff again were very helpful and we picked up our car and were on our way.....
Mrs Pixton - Airparks Handforth Dean
...Excellent value. I will definate recommend to others. The cost of this car park was less than half of what I would normally pay and I was suprised at the high standard of the facilities. Easily on a par with premier parking at the airport and at a fraction of the cost...
Mrs Maudsley - Airparks Handforth Dean
...En route to the airport I discovered that I had left my mobile phone in my car. On arrival at the airport I asked my driver, given the prevailing traffic conditions, how long it would take for me to make a return trip back with him and collect it, at which he telephoned the.....
Mr Davies - Airparks Handforth Dean
...We left a bag in our car containing the keys to our holiday home.
The driver of our coach radioed base, someone got the bag out of the car and it was put on the next coach.
We only had to wait 10/15 mins at Manchester Airport for the 2nd coach to arrive.
What a.....
Mr Bugg - Airparks Handforth Dean
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The atom was first split in Manchester.