Ryanair Passengers

Ryanair passengers at Manchester Airport: change from 21st October

Ryanair passengers flying from Manchester Airport will see a small change to their journey as work continues to improve Terminal 3.

From 21st October, passengers will no longer use the usual Terminal 3 entrance. Instead, they should head to Terminal 1 Departures A, where they will check in and pass through the new security lanes.

Once through security, passengers will follow a clearly signed route into Terminal 3’s departure lounge, where all existing shops and food outlets remain open.

This arrangement will stay in place until Terminal 1 closes, at which point the entrance will be renamed and permanently become the entrance to Terminal 3. Clear signage will be in place and our airport colleagues will be on hand to assist passengers.

The arrivals route remains unchanged. All Ryanair passengers returning to Manchester will continue to arrive at Terminal 3.

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Helpful Information

Getting to the airport

Where do I check in?​

Ryanair check-in desks will be located in Terminal 1, Departures A.​

Where do I get picked up and dropped off?​

Passengers should follow signs for Terminal 1 Drop-Off. Drop off points are located in either the Upper Forecourt or Lower Forecourt, with lifts available to take you directly to the check-in hall.​

Alternatively, passengers can still be dropped off outside Terminal 3, where they can follow signs to Terminal 1 Departures A.​

For pick-ups, passengers should head to the Terminal 3 Pick-Up Area, which is clearly signposted. ​

Alternatively, there’s a free drop-off area located a short distance from the terminals, offering up to 60 minutes of free parking and a 24/7 shuttle bus to Terminal 1.​

What time should I check in?​

We advise passengers to check their airlines guidance for specific check-in times as these can vary depending on the airline destination.​

Product Bookings

My flight is now checking in at Terminal 1, and I have a car park booking in Terminal 3. What should I do?​

If you’ve booked Meet & Greet or Multi-Storey parking in one of our Terminal 3 car parks, there’s no need to worry, they are just a short walk from Terminal 1 and return flights will continue to arrive through the Terminal 3 exits - so you’ll be very close to your chosen car park.​

Jet Parks and Drop & Go products are not affected by these changes.

I am now checking in in Terminal 1 does that mean I can book the T1 lounge?​

Passengers will now be able to book the T1 Escape Lounge (subject to availability). For more information: Escape Lounges at MAN Airport

My flight is now checking in at Terminal 1, and I have a FastTrack booking in Terminal 3. What should I do?​

If you’ve already booked FastTrack or TimeSlot in Terminal 3, you will still be able to use it in Terminal 1.​

What shops and restaurants will be available?​

You’ll still have access to all the usual Terminal 3 retail units, plus the added benefit of some from Terminal 1 including World Duty Free, WHSmith, Boots, Travelex, InMotion, Jo Malone, and The Sculpts.

Assisted Travel

What happens if I’ve booked assisted travel? ​​

If you’ve booked assistance, please go to the Assisted Travel Reception Point located in Terminal 1, opposite Check-in Desk 2. ABM staff will have your details and will assist you through the terminal.​

​Help points are also located by the dedicated drop-off area on the forecourt. Use the intercom to speak to a staff member, and someone will assist you.​

Alternatively, you can make your own way to the terminal, where the Assisted Travel Reception Point is located opposite Check-in Desk 2​.