top tips for Manchester Airport parking
With 17 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.
So far we've gathered 2146
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:
£3.33 - a day, £35.99 - 1 week, £49.99 - 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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BP Service Station |
Styal Road Service Station |
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 90%
Easy to locate from the M56, Jet Parks Plus for Manchester Airport (formerly Shuttle Park) is a great option for travellers looking for a lower-cost alternative to on-airport parking.
rated 88%
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.
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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.
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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 84%
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 Car parks 1 and 2 should fit the bill nicely. Ideally located for Terminal 2, but serves all three terminals.
Jet Parks Car park 3 is located off Styal Road, ideally located for Terminal 3, but serves all three terminals.
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
...we found it very good.service was good did not wait long to go to airport. was picked up back from the airport very quickly...
Mr Green - APH Manchester
...when i arrived at the car park my booking was not on the system. The young lady on the desk was very polite and helpful and sorted the problem out very quickly and i was able to carry on on my journey with the minimum of fuss..
Mr Jones - Meet and Greet Terminals 1 and 3
...The on line instructions for parking printed at the end of the booking process & which we printed off, were:- take a ticket from the barrier when you arrive, on leaving go to the MANNED parking pay desk to get another ticket to open the barrier on the way out. After.....
Mrs Blundell - Short Stay Parking
...This is a beeter service that the "Meet & Greet" I have previously used.
It is much quicker than waiting for the driver to collect and deliver my car...
Mr Chatham - Meet and Greet Terminal 2
...Valet parking right next to Terminal 1. My car was available in a very convienent location just outside the terminal building...
Mr O'Donnell - Meet and Greet Terminals 1 and 3
...I found the drop off point very well signposted and so convenient for the terminal. The staff were very pleasant and helpful and I found the whole experience extremely pleasing. Will recommend to others and definitely use again. Thank you for making the start and end of my.....
Mr Mawdsley - Meet and Greet Terminals 1 and 3
...The spaces in the car park were more than adequate and the frequency of the buses is perfect. i would recommend jet parks to anybody it makes sense...
Mr PORTER - Jet Parks 3
...I have used APH on several occasions when going away at the weekends and have always received a professional, friendly and efficient service that is often better value than catching the train. I would definitely recommend them...
Ms Fox - APH Manchester
...No record of my booking when I arrived at the car park, I'd printed my booking confirmation and once I'd shown this to the security guard I was let in, I had to do the same to get back out, I'd still use again though...
Kevin - Jet Parks Plus
...we have used other meet and greet before but i have to say that
meteor is the best we have had and will be useing them again thanks for your great service..
Mrs Hume - Meteor Meet and Greet
2146 straight talking Manchester Airport parking reviews and counting
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