Manchester Airport now operates with Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. Terminal 2 is used by all airlines except Ryanair, while Terminal 3 is used by Ryanair. Terminal 1 has closed, and some official airport car parks now use the new numbered P1–P16 naming system.
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Drive to the secure car park, park up, leave your keys and jump on the complimentary bus to the airport. Buses run every 20 minutes, serving both terminals and the journey time takes around 20 minutes.
On arrival, park in a marked bay, leave your keys at reception and take the shuttle to the airport (both terminals are served). Transfers run every 15 minutes and take around 10 minutes.
Park up, keep your keys and jump on the complimentary shuttle bus.
The journey to the terminal takes around 6 to 8 minutes and buses run every 15 minutes calling at both terminals.
A truly hassle-free option! Drop & Go takes care of the parking for you so you can get on your way.
Transfers are a 5 minute walk to T3 or a 5 minute complimentary shuttle to T2.
Enter the secure car park through the ANPR barrier. Park up. Keep your keys and hop on the complimentary shuttle bus. Journey time is 5 minutes and the buses run every 15 minutes. Only suitable if you're flying from T2.
Call 20 mins before arrival. A uniformed chauffeur will meet you in the drop-off (both terminals served), conduct a damage report and then drive your car to the secure compound. On return, call once landed and confirm where to retrieve your car. Check its condition and be on your way. Note: A £6.50 airport drop-off fee must be paid directly to the Meet and Greet chauffeur at drop-off. You're responsible for paying the return drop-off fee directly to the airport.
Official Meet & Greet (Terminal 2) offers a hassle-free meet and greet service at Manchester Airport. Hand your keys to a professional driver at the terminal and walk straight to departures — your car will be waiting when you land.
A headache prevented! The fully insured staff at APH will charge your battery while you're away (at no extra cost). So just arrive at the secure facility, leave your keys and jump on the complimentary shuttle that serves both terminals. The bus runs every 15 minutes and the journey time is around 10 minutes. Don't forget to leave your charging cable!
Park yourself (no one drives your car) and your vehicle stays in a secured facility whilst you jump on the complimentary shuttle. Journey to the terminals (this option serves both) takes around 10 minutes and buses run every 15 minutes. You won't be waiting long!
Drive to the secure car park, park up, leave your keys and jump on the complimentary bus to the airport. Buses run every 20 minutes, serving both terminals and the journey time takes around 20 minutes.
On arrival, park in a marked bay, leave your keys at reception and take the shuttle to the airport (both terminals are served). Transfers run every 15 minutes and take around 10 minutes.
Park up, keep your keys and jump on the complimentary shuttle bus.
The journey to the terminal takes around 6 to 8 minutes and buses run every 15 minutes calling at both terminals.
A truly hassle-free option! Drop & Go takes care of the parking for you so you can get on your way.
Transfers are a 5 minute walk to T3 or a 5 minute complimentary shuttle to T2.
Enter the secure car park through the ANPR barrier. Park up. Keep your keys and hop on the complimentary shuttle bus. Journey time is 5 minutes and the buses run every 15 minutes. Only suitable if you're flying from T2.
Call 20 mins before arrival. A uniformed chauffeur will meet you in the drop-off (both terminals served), conduct a damage report and then drive your car to the secure compound. On return, call once landed and confirm where to retrieve your car. Check its condition and be on your way. Note: A £6.50 airport drop-off fee must be paid directly to the Meet and Greet chauffeur at drop-off. You're responsible for paying the return drop-off fee directly to the airport.
Official Meet & Greet (Terminal 2) offers a hassle-free meet and greet service at Manchester Airport. Hand your keys to a professional driver at the terminal and walk straight to departures — your car will be waiting when you land.
A headache prevented! The fully insured staff at APH will charge your battery while you're away (at no extra cost). So just arrive at the secure facility, leave your keys and jump on the complimentary shuttle that serves both terminals. The bus runs every 15 minutes and the journey time is around 10 minutes. Don't forget to leave your charging cable!
Park yourself (no one drives your car) and your vehicle stays in a secured facility whilst you jump on the complimentary shuttle. Journey to the terminals (this option serves both) takes around 10 minutes and buses run every 15 minutes. You won't be waiting long!
Official Multi Storey West (Terminal 2) provides reliable parking at Manchester Airport with good security and convenient terminal access.
On-airport
Walk to terminal
£137.30£19.61 per day
Prices shown are for a 7-day pre-booked stay. Prices may vary by date.
The options shown are available through Cheap Airport Parking, other options are available.
Search dates: 19th October 2026 – 26th October 2026 · Prices retrieved: 12th October 2026
Cheap Manchester Airport parking prices by stay length
Manchester Airport parking prices vary depending on your travel dates, parking type, terminal and availability. The table below shows the cheapest available options for common stay lengths, based on live parking data.
Prices are live and may change depending on availability, booking time and travel dates.
Searches from 26th October 2026 across 1–21 day stays · Prices retrieved: 12th October 2026
Cheapest Manchester Airport parking by type
Compare the cheapest available Manchester Airport parking by type. Park & Ride is often the lowest-cost option, while Meet & Greet and Multi-Storey parking offer more convenience closer to the terminal.
Prices shown are the cheapest available for a 7-day stay. Prices vary by date and availability.
Manchester Airport parking where you keep your keys
Some Manchester Airport parking products let you keep your keys throughout your trip. With Meet & Greet and Drop & Go services, you will typically need to hand over your keys so your car can be moved or parked for you.
Key-retention details can vary by product. Always check your booking confirmation before travelling.
Search dates: 19th October 2026 – 26th October 2026 · Prices retrieved: 12th October 2026
Manchester Airport parking with EV charging
A number of Manchester Airport parking products include EV charging facilities. Availability can be limited, so check the product details before booking and confirm any pre-booking requirements.
* Sample prices based on a one night hotel stay on 19th Oct 2026 and 7 days parking, returning 26th Oct 2026. Prices may vary by dates, times and availability.
Not sure which option suits your trip? Here's how the main types compare.
Park & Ride
Drive to an off-airport car park and take a shuttle bus to the terminal.
Transfer
5–20 min
Price level
Cheapest
Best for
Budget-conscious travellers, longer stays
Meet & Greet
A driver meets you at the terminal drop-off, takes your keys, and parks for you. Car is returned to the terminal on arrival.
Transfer
None — drop off at terminal
Price level
Premium
Best for
Families, business travellers, early flights
On-Airport
Park in a car park owned or operated by the airport. Short walk or covered walkway to the terminal — no shuttle needed.
Transfer
Walk (0–5 min)
Price level
Mid-range
Best for
Short trips, travellers who prefer to walk
Types of parking at Manchester Airport
Type
How it works
Transfer
Price level
Best for
Park & Ride
Drive to an off-airport car park and take a shuttle bus to the terminal.
5–20 min
Cheapest
Budget-conscious travellers, longer stays
Meet & Greet
A driver meets you at the terminal drop-off, takes your keys, and parks for you. Car is returned to the terminal on arrival.
None — drop off at terminal
Premium
Families, business travellers, early flights
On-Airport
Park in a car park owned or operated by the airport. Short walk or covered walkway to the terminal — no shuttle needed.
Walk (0–5 min)
Mid-range
Short trips, travellers who prefer to walk
T2
Manchester Airport Terminal 2 parking
Terminal 2 is the main terminal at Manchester Airport and handles the majority of departures. Most major airlines including British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, TUI and Emirates operate from Terminal 2. A wide range of parking options serve Terminal 2 including Park & Ride, Meet & Greet and on-airport Multi-Storey parking.
Airlines: Terminal 2 is used by all airlines at Manchester Airport except Ryanair.
T3
Manchester Airport Terminal 3 parking
Terminal 3 at Manchester Airport is used exclusively by Ryanair. If you are flying with Ryanair, check which parking products are best located for Terminal 3 and confirm terminal coverage before booking.
Airlines: Terminal 3 is used by Ryanair only.
Manchester Airport drop-off prices
Manchester Airport charges a fee to drop off passengers in the T2 set-down zone. Payment must be made online by midnight the following day. A free drop-off area is available in Long Stay with a 24/7 shuttle bus to the terminals.
T2 Drop Off £5
Duration
5 minutes
T2 Drop Off £6.40
Duration
10 minutes
T2 Drop Off £25
Duration
Up to 30 minutes
T3 Drop Off £5
Duration
5 Minutes
T3 Drop Off £6.40
Duration
10 Minutes
T3 Drop Off £25
Duration
Up to 30 Minutes
Free Drop-Off AreaFree
Duration
No limit
Manchester Airport drop-off prices
Zone
Duration
Price
T2 Drop Off
5 minutes
£5
T2 Drop Off
10 minutes
£6.40
T2 Drop Off
Up to 30 minutes
£25
T3 Drop Off
5 Minutes
£5
T3 Drop Off
10 Minutes
£6.40
T3 Drop Off
Up to 30 Minutes
£25
Free Drop-Off Area
No limit
Free
Prices are set by Manchester Airport and subject to change. £100 charge for attempting to pick up passengers in the drop-off zone.
Manchester Airport has a designated pick-up zone at Terminal 2. The maximum stay is 15 minutes. Payment must be made online by midnight the following day.
T2 Express Pick Up£6.40
Duration
Up to 15 minutes
T3 Express Pick Up£6.40
Duration
Up to 15 Minutes
T3 Express Pick Up£8.30
Duration
Up to 30 Minutes
Manchester Airport pick-up prices
Zone
Duration
Price
T2 Express Pick Up
Up to 15 minutes
£6.40
T3 Express Pick Up
Up to 15 Minutes
£6.40
T3 Express Pick Up
Up to 30 Minutes
£8.30
Prices are set by Manchester Airport and subject to change. £60 charge for overstaying the 15-minute limit.
Manchester Airport is one of the UK's busiest airports, handling flights to hundreds of destinations across Europe, North America, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Asia. It is located approximately 9 miles south of Manchester city centre, near Wythenshawe.
Manchester Airport
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Manchester Airport parking FAQs
Manchester Airport offers Park & Ride, Meet & Greet, Multi-Storey, Drop & Go and hotel and parking packages. Park & Ride is the most popular and usually the cheapest. Meet & Greet lets you drop your car at the terminal with no shuttle needed, while Multi-Storey car parks are located close to the terminals.
Park & Ride is usually the cheapest Manchester Airport parking option, especially when booked in advance. Prices vary by provider and date, but Park & Ride regularly offers lower rates than on-airport or Meet & Greet parking. Enter your travel dates above to compare the cheapest available options.
Prices vary by parking type, how far in advance you book and your travel dates. Park & Ride typically starts from around £6–8 per day when booked in advance. Meet & Greet and Multi-Storey parking costs more. Search with your travel dates to see live prices.
Multi-Storey car parks typically let you keep your keys, and some Park & Ride options do too. Meet & Greet and Drop & Go services require key handover so your car can be moved or parked. Check the keep-your-keys table above for specific products.
Yes, Park & Ride is generally the cheapest Manchester Airport parking. You drive to an off-airport car park, leave your car in a secure compound and take a shuttle to the terminal. Transfer times are typically 5–15 minutes depending on the car park.
Some Manchester Airport parking products offer EV charging. Availability is limited — check the product details before booking and confirm any pre-booking requirements. See the EV charging table above for confirmed options.
EV charging is available at a small number of Manchester Airport parking products. Not all car parks offer it, and spaces may need to be reserved in advance. Check the product listing before booking to confirm charging is available for your stay.
Terminal 2 is the main terminal handling most airlines including British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, TUI and Emirates. Terminal 3 is used exclusively by Ryanair. Terminal 1 has permanently closed. Some car parks now use the updated P1–P16 naming system.
Terminal 2 handles most airlines at Manchester Airport including British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, TUI, Emirates, Qatar Airways, American Airlines, Delta and many others. Ryanair is the exception — Ryanair departs from Terminal 3.
Terminal 3 is used exclusively by Ryanair. All other airlines operate from Terminal 2. If you are flying with Ryanair, check that your chosen parking product covers Terminal 3.
No. Manchester Airport Terminal 1 has permanently closed. All flights now operate from Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. Car parks that were previously associated with Terminal 1 have been renumbered under the P1–P16 naming system.
Manchester Airport charges a fee in the designated terminal drop-off zones. There is a free drop-off area in the Long Stay car park, but passengers must take a shuttle to the terminal. Pre-booking online may offer a better rate. Check current charges on the Manchester Airport website.
Allow at least 2 hours before a short-haul flight and 3 hours before a long-haul flight. If using Park & Ride, add time for the shuttle transfer. During busy periods such as school holidays, allow extra time on top of this.
Many products offer free cancellation or amendment, particularly when booked in advance. Look for flexible options in the search results and always check the cancellation terms before completing your booking.
Yes. Several hotels near Manchester Airport offer packages including overnight accommodation and parking for your trip duration. These are ideal for early morning flights or late arrivals. Compare available deals using your travel dates above.
The cheapest parking near Manchester Airport is usually a Park & Ride option. Park & Ride car parks are typically located slightly away from the terminals, with shuttle transfers included, which often makes them more affordable than Meet & Greet or on-airport parking.
The cheapest option can vary depending on your travel dates, parking duration and availability, so it’s best to compare live Manchester Airport parking options before booking.
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