Manchester Airport Arrivals

Manchester Airport Live Arrivals

Manchester Airport Arrivals Information

Manchester Airport has three terminals home to a large selection of airlines. It’s good to check which terminal your flight is arriving at if you’re meeting friends and family – you can find this out via our Manchester Airport flight arrivals board.

Manchester Airport Terminal 1 Arrivals

Location – Arrivals Hall is on the Ground Floor.

Operating Airlines – Aer Lingus, Air Arabia Maroc, Air Transat, Austrian Airlines, Balkan Holidays, Belavia, easyJet, El Al, Emirates, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, Finnair, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Jet2, Lufthansa, Maleth Aero, SAS Scandinavian, Saudia, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines.

Manchester Airport Terminal 2 Arrivals

Location – Arrivals Hall is on Level 1.

Operating Airlines – Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, airBaltic, Air France, Air Canada, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Jet2, KLM, Norwegian, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, TUI, Virgin Atlantic.

Manchester Airport Terminal 3 Arrivals

Location – Arrivals Hall is on the Ground Floor.

Operating Airlines – Aurigny, British Airways, Eastern Airways, Iberia Express, Loganair, Ryanair, Vueling.

Arriving at Manchester Airport

There are two passport control options at Manchester Airport Arrivals: EU or non-EU. If you fall under the latter, we recommend checking visa and immigration advice before your flight. If you have a biometric passport with a biometric symbol on the front, then you can use the eGates to skip the long queues.

Next, follow the signs to the baggage claim area and collect your luggage. From there, you can make your way through customs and exit into the Manchester Airport Arrivals Hall. Don’t forget to check customs regulations for entering the UK before travelling.

Manchester Airport Transport

All Manchester Airport terminals have clear signs leading towards various transportation options including public transport, taxis and private transfers, or car hire.

*If you need to travel between terminals, the Skylink walkway can get you to where you need to go in 5-15 minutes.

What to do in Arrivals at Manchester Airport?

Whether you arrive at the airport early, or your passenger’s flight is delayed, Arrivals at Manchester Airport provides a variety of facilities and services including toilets, WiFi, currency exchange and cash services, car rental offices, transport options, prayer rooms, and food and drink outlets such as Camden Food Co and Greggs. 

*For more information on the services and facilities in each terminal, check out our Manchester Airport Guide.

Manchester Airport Arrivals Parking

Picking up passengers is easy at Manchester Airport, however, there are no free options. If you need to pick a friend or family member up from the airport, each terminal has its own arrivals parking:

Terminal 1: Short stay car park

Terminal 2: Multi-storey T2 West

Terminal 3: Multi-storey car park

You’ll pay £6 (€7) for 30 minutes at any of these Manchester Airport Arrivals parking lots. You can pay at the exit barriers via card or exact change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which terminal is Arrivals at Manchester Airport?

In order to find out which terminal you or your loved one is arriving at, you can check the Manchester Airport live arrivals board.

How long does it take to get out of Manchester Airport Arrivals?

Upon landing, you’ll need to clear passport control, pick up your luggage, and pass through customs. The estimated time it takes to get from the plane to the arrivals gate is around 1 hour. However, it can take much longer during peak season and school holidays.

How much is parking at Manchester Airport Arrivals?

Parking at Manchester Airport Arrivals will cost you £6 (€7) per 30 minutes. You can pay at the exit barriers via card or exact change.

Where do I park for Arrivals at Manchester Airport?

If you’re picking up from Terminal 1, you can head to the short-stay car park. For Terminal 1 and 3, you’ll need to park in the multi-storey car parks.