Liverpool Airport Departures

Checking in

Liverpool airport advises passengers to arrive at least two hours before their flight leaves – though you should always check with your airline in case they require you to check in sooner. Many airlines, including easyJet and Ryanair, allow online check-in. This means that when you get to the airport, all you need to do is drop any hold baggage at the bag drop before heading straight to security.

Baggage allowance

The maximum size for hand luggage is 56cm x 45cm x 25cm, but you should check with your airline in case they have stricter rules. Most airlines, including easyJet, Ryanair, Flybe and Wizz Air, only allow one item of hand luggage, although pushchairs and walking aids are allowed on top of that. Laptops and other large electrical items (like large hairdryers, for example) must be taken out of your bag at security and screened separately. A separate laptop bag would count as your one item of hand luggage. Remember, too, that you’re not allowed any liquids, gels or pastes over 100ml in your hand luggage – they’ll need to go in your hold luggage. Liquids in your hand luggage must be taken through security in a transparent, resealable 20cm x 20cm plastic bag.

For more information visit our Liverpool airport baggage and security page.

Book Liverpool airport parking and hotels

If you’re driving to Liverpool airport, you’ll need to leave your car there while you’re on holiday; and you may well want an airport hotel for the night before your flight too, especially if your flight’s early or you’re coming a long way. It’s worth booking both of these early to get the best prices – we can normally save you more money the further in advance you book. Check out our Liverpool airport parking and Liverpool airport hotels pages to see what great deals we can offer you.

Dropping off passengers

The Express Drop-Off and Pick-Up area, right outside the terminal, is the most convenient place to drop off and pick up passengers – and it’s free as long as you don’t stay there more than five minutes. After that, it’s £2 for 10 minutes, and £2 for every 10 minutes thereafter. If you’re planning to wave your loved ones off as they leave the runway, the Short-Stay and Multi-Storey car parks, just a minute’s walk from the terminal, are slightly cheaper at £2 per 20 minutes. (Prices correct on August 21, 2013.)