Manchester Airport Parking

Types of Airport Parking Manchester

Below you will find the three types of services that are predominantly available at Manchester Airport. Each is briefly described, before the best providers of each service are explained in more detail below.

Park & Ride

This is a simple but effective service, whereby you park your vehicle and then take a shuttle bus to the airport. It tends to take longer than the other two services, but will save you a lot of money compared to the other options.

Well-priced and convenient.

Meet & Greet

The premise of this service is that you park up at the airport and a uniformed valet will you’re your vehicle to the car park for you, freeing up your time to catch your flight with ample time.

Providers operating Meet & Greet operations tend to be very customer-focused and strive to provide an excellent service. The flipside of this coin is that these providers tend to be slightly pricier than the Park & Ride services.

Save time by spending money.

Park & Stroll

Looking to park up close to the terminal? These services are the choice for you. You needn’t concern yourself with the reliability of others as you simply park up and walk to the terminal. The downside? This tends to be the priciest option when it comes to airport parking.

Close but pricey.

Park & Ride Providers

See below for our most recommended Park & Ride providers at Manchester Airport.

Hunters Airport Parking Manchester

Just 10 minutes from the airport, Hunters Airport Parking Manchester is open 24/7 and comes highly rated (9.5/10). Sporting a Park Mark award for car park safety thanks to its consistently monitored CCTV and floodlighting, you can be sure your vehicle will be well taken care of in this car park. You just need to park, drop off your keys and then take the on-demand shuttle bus to get to the terminal of your choice (as this parking provider services all 3).

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Vacationcare Park & Ride Manchester

Open 24/7 and just a short ride from the airport, family-run Vacationcare Park & Ride works very well at a competitive price. The free shuttle service runs regularly every 15 minutes. The car park is also highly secure, providing 24/7 surveillance, regular patrols and CCTV. It has been awarded the Park Mark award for security by the police and is one of few undercover Park & Ride services in Manchester Airport car parking.

Toad Parking Park & Ride Manchester

3 minutes from the airport. Open 24/7. Highly competitive pricing. Highly rated. These are a few reasons that Toad Parking Park & Ride is our most recommended Park & Ride service at Manchester Airport. The shuttle bus runs every 20 to 30 minutes. The car park is also highly secure, featuring manned patrols, 24/7 monitored CCTV, flood lights and guard dogs. For these reasons, this provider has received the Park Mark award for safer parking.

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Meet & Greet Providers

Here you can see two of the best choices for Meet & Greet services at Manchester Airport.

Vacationcare Manchester

With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Vacationcare Meet & Greet provides excellent security and convenience. Featuring, CCTV monitoring, guard dogs and fully trained chauffeurs, this service has received the Park Mark award for safety.

VIP Parking Manchester

Flexible and easy to use, VIP Parking prides itself on providing a professional service with high quality standards when it comes to the vehicle security. With 24/7 CCTV monitoring, regular patrols and security patrols, you can be sure that your vehicle is being well cared for. Moreover, your car will be stored in an underground car park to ensure that it is well-protected from the elements.

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Park & Stroll options

While slightly more expensive than your usual options, we certainly recommend these three options for those looking to park directly at the Manchester Airport terminal.

Multi Storey Terminal 1

For those parking at Terminal 1, Multi Storey Terminal 1 is the choice for you. These official car parks can all be found within a short walking distance of the airport terminal. Highly secure and featuring several floors of parking, you can be sure to find a spot with this car park. This is an excellent choice for Manchester Airport Terminal 1 parking.

Multi Storey Terminal 2

For those wishing to park as close as possible, Multi Storey Terminal 2 is a great choice. This car park is just a short 300-metre walk away. You get to keep your key and can access the car park at any time of day, as it is open 24 hours a day. Your experience is made all the smoother by the automatic number plate recognition system in place at this Manchester Airport Terminal 2 car park.

Multi Storey Terminal 3

Multi Storey Terminal 3 is just a short 200 metre walk from the airport by way of a covered walkway. This car park is Park Mark awarded and offers excellent safety features. CCTV and regular patrols are in place to ensure the safety of your vehicle 24 hours a day. This is the closest you will get when parking at Manchester Airport Terminal 3.

About Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport (MAN) is an international airport located in Ringway, Manchester, which serves over 28 million passengers every year. The third-busiest airport in the UK in terms of passenger numbers, Manchester Airport has flights to 199 different destinations and 61 aircraft movements per hour. The airport comprises three passenger terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3, as well as a VIP and a cargo terminal. Terminals 1 and 2 are linked to one another by the Skylink, a covered walkway with travelators to aid passengers with the 10–15-minute walk. Terminal 3 is linked directly to Terminal 1, and with a second Skylink, which is again connected to the airport railway station and the Radisson Blu Hotel. 

• Terminal 1 is the largest in the airport, with flights to Europe and other worldwide destinations, via Air Transat, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Icelandair, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, and Turkish Airlines.
• Terminal 2 is used by a variety of airlines, for both charter and scheduled flights within Europe and other worldwide destinations. Airlines commonly flying from this terminal are: such as Aegean, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Freebird, Hainan, KLM, Pakistan International Airlines, Norwegian, Pegasus, Qatar Airways, Saudia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, TUI, and Virgin Atlantic.
• Terminal 3 is home to a selection of budget airlines, including Ryanair and Jet2, plus international carriers such as American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Emirates, Finnair, Hainan Airlines, Iberia Express, and Oman Air. 

*Always double-check with your airline which terminal they will depart from for that specific flight as many airlines may change terminals depending on various circumstances. 

The airport is currently undergoing a major expansion program, which is set to double the size of Terminal 2. The £1 billion expansion project is set to be completed in 2024, with further developments underway in terms of the proposed High Speed 2 station, Manchester Interchange, which is earmarked for opening in 2033.

Manchester Airport Parking Made Easy

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Reap the rewards of planning ahead, by saving up to 60% on the price of parking by booking in advance. Just like booking your flight tickets, the earlier you secure your parking, the more you’ll save. Booking online and in advance is the best way to secure low cost Manchester Airport car parking. Whether you’re after short term or long term parking, uncovered or indoor, on-site or off-site - you’ll find it all on Parkhero. 

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