Drop Off & Pick Up Charges Manchester Airport
Drop Off & Pick Up Charges at Manchester Airport
Find the best spot for dropping off or picking up passengers at Manchester Airport
Avoid unexpected fees by using the FREE Drop-off zone at JetParks 1, a quick shuttle ride away. Prefer to pull up right outside Departures? Then you can use the forecourt drop-off areas (charges apply). For collecting arriving passengers, head to the official Short-Stay and Multi-Storey car parks next to each terminal.
Quick Look: Drop Off & Pick Up Prices at Manchester Airport
| Location | Duration | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| JetParks 1 Free Drop-off Area | Up to 60 mins Overstay charge (over 60 mins) |
FREE £25.00 |
| Terminal 1, 2 & 3 Forecourt Drop-off | 5 mins 10 mins Up to 30 mins |
£5.00 £6.40 £25.00 |
| Short Stay (T1) - Drop off & Pick up | Up to 30 mins Up to 1 hour Up to 2 hours |
£6.40 £12.80 £21.20 |
| Multi Storey (T2 & T3) | Up to 15 mins Up to 30 mins Up to 45 mins Up to 1 hour |
£6.40 £8.30 £9.80 £12.80 |
Manchester Airport Drop Off
Manchester Airport offers dedicated Drop Off areas right outside each terminal, making it quick and easy to drop passengers off just steps from check-in.
Where are the Terminal 1, 2 & 3 drop-off zones?
The Terminal drop-off zones are located at the following:
- T1 Forecourt, postcode M90 3EX
- T2 Upper Forecourt, postcode M90 5PH
- T3 Forecourt, postcode M90 1QX
Manchester Airport Drop Off Charges
| Time at Car Park | Price* |
|---|---|
| 5 minutes | £5.00 |
| 10 minutes | £6.40 |
| Up to 30 minutes | £25.00 |
Important to note: The maximum stay is 30 minutes. Please avoid picking up passengers in the Drop Off area. A £100 fee will be charged for doing so.
How do I make the Manchester Airport Drop Off Payment?
Payment must be made by midnight the next day. You can do this by:
Paying online at pay.manchesterairport.co.uk, or
Calling 0345 901 3318
Late payments incur a £100 charge, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days.
Free forecourt access is permitted for Blue Badge holders, provided it is used for drop-off only.
If you need extra time for drop off, the Short Stay or Multi Storey car parks keep you within easy walking distance, while the free drop-off area is available if you don't mind a short shuttle ride.
Manchester Airport Free Drop Off Area
Need a bit more time when dropping someone off? JetParks 1 on Thorley Lane (M90 5AZ) offers up to 1 hour of free parking. The free shuttle service runs every 15 minutes, 24/7, and takes around 5 minutes to reach Terminal 2. From there, passengers heading to Terminals 1 or 3 can walk via the covered Skylink walkway, which takes roughly 10-15 minutes.
| Duration | Price* |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | FREE |
| Overstay charge (after 1 hour) | £25.00 |
An overstay or recirculation fee of £25 applies if you exceed the 60-minute limit or re-enter within 30 minutes.
Manchester Airport Pick Up
If you're collecting passengers from Manchester airport, each terminal has a dedicated pick-up area designed for quick and convenient stops. For Terminal 1, use the Short Stay (Pick Up) car park, for Terminal 2, head to T2 Express Pick Up/Multi Storey T2 West and for Terminal 3, choose the Multi Storey T3. All three are just a short walk from the arrivals area. The first 30 minutes fall under the pick-up allowance for fast collections, and if you need to stay longer, the standard parking rates will apply.
Where are the Terminal 1, 2 & 3 pick up zones?
The Terminal pick up zones are located at the following:
- T1 Short Stay, postcode M90 3EX
- T2 T2 Express Pick Up & Multi Storey West (signposted as P3), postcode M90 5PR
- T3 Multi Storey T3, postcode M90 1NN
Manchester Airport Pick Up Charges
| Car Park | Duration | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 - Short Stay car park | Up to 30 minutes | £6.40 |
| Terminal 2 - Multi-Storey T2 West | Up to 15 minutes | £6.40 |
| Terminal 3 - Multi-Storey T3 | Up to 15 minutes Up to 30 minutes |
£6.40 £8.30 |
For pick-ups at Terminals 1 and 3, payment can be made at the exit barrier using either a card or exact change. For Terminal 2, all payments must be completed online by midnight the following day via pay.manchesterairport.co.uk or by calling 0345 901 3318.
Parking for Longer Drop Offs and Pick Ups
If you need a little more time when dropping off or collecting passengers, the Short Stay and Multi-Storey car parks at Manchester airport offer a convenient, more relaxed alternative to the fast drop-off and pick-up zones. Located just a short walk from each terminal, these car parks provide flexible stay options, making them ideal if your passengers need extra time to gather luggage or navigate arrivals. Below, you'll find a full breakdown of prices for each terminal's designated Short Stay or Multi-Storey pick-up car park.
| T2 Multi Storey West Prices | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 15 mins | £6.40 |
| Up to 30 mins | £8.30 |
| Up to 45 mins | £9.80 |
| Up to 1 hour | £12.80 |
| Up to 2 hours | £21.20 |
| Up to 4 hours | £31.80 |
| Up to 24 hours and each 24 hours thereafter | £61.40 |
| T1 Short Stay Prices | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 30 mins | £6.40 |
| Up to 1 hour | £12.80 |
| Up to 2 hours | £21.20 |
| Up to 4 hours | £31.80 |
| Up to 24 hours and each 24 hours thereafter | £61.40 |
| T3 Multi Storey Prices | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Price* |
| Up to 15 mins | £6.40 |
| Up to 30 mins | £8.30 |
| Up to 45 mins | £9.80 |
| Up to 1 hour | £12.80 |
| Up to 2 hours | £21.20 |
| Up to 4 hours | £31.80 |
| Up to 24 hours and each 24 hours thereafter | £61.40 |
Manchester Drop-off & Pick-up FAQs
Yes, you can. Use the JetParks 1 Free Drop-off area for up to 60 minutes at no cost, then take the free shuttle to your terminal.
How do I pick someone up from Manchester Airport?
If you're collecting passengers, each Manchester Airport terminal has its own pick-up area just a short walk from arrivals: T1 Short Stay, T2 Express Pick Up/Multi Storey T2 West, and T3 Multi Storey. Prices start from £6.40 for 30 minutes (T1), and £6.40 for up to 15 minutes at T2 & T3.
How do I pay for Drop-Off or Pick-Up Parking?
You can pay online via pay.manchesterairport.co.uk, or contact their payment line on 0345 901 3318.
How long do I have to pay the Manchester forecourt drop-off charge?
You must pay online or by phone by midnight the day after you drop off, or Parking Charge Notice will be issued.
How much is the fine for not paying drop off at Manchester Airport?
Anyone who misses the deadline to pay by midnight the following day, will face a £60 penalty, which could rise to £100 if the sum is not paid within 14 days.
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*Prices are correct at the time of writing (November 2025) but are subject to change. Prices are provided as a guide only.
