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Collect your loved ones quickly and easily with this Manchester Airport Parking Pick Up Guide

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There are different options for picking up passengers depending on the terminal. There is no free pick up area available at Manchester Airport, but you can also collect your friends and family from either the dedicated multi-storey at each terminal, or the arrivals car parks.

Wherever you are collecting, the Turn Up and Park prices are the same and staff on the ground will be available if you should require any help. Have a look below for the pick-up charges.

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Terminal & parking changes from 5 March 2026

Terminal changes:

Manchester Airport is changing to a simplified two-terminal layout, with Terminal 1 being renamed Terminal 3.

  • Terminal 2 – All airlines except Ryanair
  • Terminal 3 – Ryanair only

Parking changes:

All car parks are being renamed to a numbered system: P1 to P16. This will make signage clearer and help you find your car park faster.

If you’re travelling from 5 March 2026, please double check your terminal and car park before you set off.

All mentions of Terminal 1 on this page refer to the new Terminal 3.

Manchester Airport Pick Up Charges

Have a look below for charges at the car parks located within walking distance of the terminals.

Duration Price
Up to 15 minutes £6.40*
Up to 30 minutes £8.30*
Up to 45 minutes £9.80*
Up to 1 hour £12.80*
Up to 2 hours £21.20*
Up to 4 hours £31.80*
Up to 24 hours £61.40*

*On the day spaces are not guaranteed. We recommend you pre-book to avoid disappointment. Have a look below for our advanced parking rates.



Manchester Airport Terminal 2 Pick Up

T2 Arrivals Car Park

The Terminal 2 Arrivals car park is located at the T2 Multi Storey West, (signposted as P3).

  • Follow signs for the T2 Express Pick Up or P3, which will be displayed on the road network around the airport
  • Pay the wait fee upon your exit.

If you don't pre-book your space, you will need to pay for your time before you leave.

Read more about the T2 Multi Storey West - P3


Manchester Airport Terminal 3 Pick Up

T3 Arrivals Car Park

The T3 Arrivals (Pick Up) Zone is located inside the T3 Multi-Storey - P14.

  • Once you're on airport grounds, follow the signs for Terminal 3. You should pass by the Hilton Hotel on your left.
  • Take the first exit at the first roundabout, and then take the third exit at the next roundabout, which will take you towards Terminal 3.
  • Keep driving until you find the T3 Multi Storey - P14 entrance on the right hand side.

If you're planning on parking up and heading inside to greet your friends or family, park anywhere inside the multi storey, and pay the full fee before you exit.

Read more about the T3 Multi Storey P14


Why Pre-Book my Parking Space?

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We advise those who wish to park up in the multi storeys to meet their friends and families inside the Manchester Airport Terminals to pre-book their parking space, as there is no guarantee there will be a spot available at busy times. Though you cannot book shorter stays in advance, if you think you might be at the airport for longer than a couple of hours, it could actually work out cheaper to pre-book a day's worth of parking, instead of paying for a couple of hours on the gate. Have a look at our price table below to see how much you could save on longer pick ups by booking in advance with Holiday Extras.

Manchester Airport Multi Storey Advanced Charges

Car Park
Full Day's Parking Booked in Advance*
T2 West Multi Storey - P3
£7.87
Multi Storey T2 East
£7.87
T3 Mid Stay - P15
£8.12
T3 Multi Storey - P14
£10.25
Mid Stay Multi Storey - P12
£11.25

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Manchester Airport Pick Up - FAQs

Can I Pick Up for Free at Manchester Airport?

No, unfortunately there is no free pick up point available at Manchester Airport.

What if I want to Meet my Passengers in the Terminal?

You can head to dedicated pick up sections located at each each terminal, so you won't have far to walk. You can pay to park out on the day, but watch out - the price can climb very quickly if you stay longer than you intend to.

Is it Better to Pre-Book my Space to Pick Up my Passengers?

If you plan on staying longer than an hour, it works out cheaper to pre-book your space with us before you go. This is ideal for those who want to head inside to meet their loved ones in arrivals - plus, you won't have to worry about any time constraints or being overcharged.

What if I want to Drop Off at Manchester Airport?

Need to drop off passengers at Manchester Airport? Have a look at our dedicated drop off page for information about where to go, and how much it costs.


*All prices on this page are correct at time of writing and subject to change.