Holidays from Manchester Airport
As the UK’s third biggest airport, you might not be surprised to hear that last year alone, over 30 million people set off on their holidays from Manchester Airport. It’s centrally located, bursting with check in desks and amenities, and flies you to dream destinations all over – the question is, where will you be jetting off to next?



Last Minute Holidays from Manchester
With the choice of over 190 direct destinations and popular tour operators like TUI and First Choice, holidays from Manchester Airport let you holiday the way you want, where you want. Opt for an All inclusive holiday from Manchester Airport and enjoy the stress-free bliss All Inclusive brings, pack the bags and head off with the family or hit the city bars with your friends. In fact, you could even holiday when you want, so if you’re looking for a last minute holiday from Manchester, the world is your oyster!
Whether your holiday includes the warm heat in Cyprus, the cultural delights of Croatia or Bulgaria, or the eternal sun of Tenerife, flying to your favourite destinations has never been easier.
Pre-boarding fun at Manchester Airport
Once you’re through security it’s time for the fun part. Kick off your holiday from Manchester Airport with a shopping spree, whether it’s holiday essentials you need or just a treat for yourself, you’ve got a multitude of shops to browse and of course, World Duty Free.
All three terminals have several shops, ranging from WH Smith for those pre flight essentials, to Accessorize, JD, Boots and more. Make the most of the click and collect service at Duty Free to ensure you’ll get your favourite designer bits for your holiday. Simply order online, up to 30 days before, and then collect them in the terminal.
When you’re all shopped out, grab some food with a whole host of choices ranging from fast food favourites like Burger King and KFC, to Costa or similar cafes, or enjoy a sit down meal with the family at Frankie and Benny’s.
Still want more? How does unlimited free internet, complimentary food and drink and your own space to relax pre-flight sound? With Escape Lounges in each terminal you can have the ultimate relaxation before boarding. It’s the perfect space to catch up on a bit of business or to escape the hustle and bustle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manchester Airport
You can fly to almost 200 destinations across the globe from Manchester Airport.
Head on a family break in Europe, where sunny Spanish spots like Alicante, Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Majorca await, or family favourites like Portugal, Bulgaria and a vast variety of the Greek Islands boast fantastic holidays.
Head a tad further afield to enjoy picks like Egypt, Morocco, Turkey and Cape Verde, or even further for long haul adventures in the Caribbean, the USA, India, Thailand and so many more.
Holidays from Manchester Airport could take you all over!
Getting to Manchester Airport should be stress-free and convenient for all, in fact, a third of the UK actually live within 2 hours of the airport!
Manchester Airport is located via the M56 at Junction 5 providing ease and accessibility when travelling by car from the North or South. If you’re using a sat-nav, just use postcode M90 1QX and you’ll be on your way.
If you opt for the train, it’s also super easy and convenient. Head to Manchester Airport station, often this will take you via Manchester Picadilly where trains run 7 days a week and every 10 minutes and there are walkways throughout to get you to your terminal without having to go outside.
Buses run from early morning to late at night, 7 days a week, with the bus station right in the centre of the airport. You’ll find several local and regional buses serving here, plus, the Bee Network buses run from the city centre to the airport ideal for those travelling from there.
There’s a range of parking options at Manchester Airport to cover all wants, needs and budgets, and all options are no more than a short walk from each terminal.
Jet Parks tends to be the most affordable, budget friendly parking option, situated just 10 minutes from the airport via a free shuttle bus. This is great for a long stay, so holidays for a week or more.
Similarly, Drop & Go is another great option for long stay with just a 5 minute bus journey to Terminals 1 and 2, and a 5 minute walk from Terminal 3.
Mid-Stay parking is ideal for those heading off on weekend breaks or business trips. It’s less than a ten minute walk from Terminal 1 and 3 minutes from Terminal 3.
The multi-storey parking is another great pick for those weekend breaks and short stay holidays. It’s a short walk from all terminals and can be paid for on the day.
To save extra time and stress, the Meet & Greet parking is just 1 to 2 minutes walk to the terminal and you just hand your keys over and the staff will park and secure your car for you.
Pre-booking your airport parking is recommended – and a must for some car parks – which can be easily done with Holiday Extras.
There are several hotels for Manchester Airport perfect for getting your holiday off to the right start.
The Ibis Budget hotel is the closest to the terminals at just a 2 minutes walk. Enjoy a modern and comfortable stay, plus access to the onsite bar and buffet and great Wi-Fi.
There are several Premier Inn and Holiday Inn options, all varying distances from the terminal doors. These are popular picks for families with their well known comforts and family rooms.
There’s several more nearby options, or you could opt to stay in the city centre to extend your holiday with some shopping at the Trafford Centre or just to explore the sights.
It’s a good idea to be checked in and preparing to go through security at least 2 hours before your flight from Manchester airport.
Once you’re through security you can relax and make the most of the amenities available.