Travelling with children at Manchester Airport
Travelling with children at Manchester Airport
Tips and handy airport services for a smooth journey with your little ones
Welcome to the parent zone
Travelling with children can be an exciting adventure, but it can also be challenging! Whether you're a seasoned jet-setter or this is your first family holiday, we’re here to help you have a smooth and stress-free journey through our airport. Read on for top travel tips, expert advice, and up-to-date information on our child-friendly airport services.
Top tips for travelling with children
10 things to know before you travel
Navigating busy airports and flights with children might feel overwhelming, but you're not alone! We see millions of passengers flying with little ones each year, and our travel experts have rounded up all the essential advice, information and top tips you need for travelling with babies, toddlers or children. Learn about packing for the plane, travelling with prams, handy airport facilities like our baby change areas, and much more, for a smooth and stress-free journey.
If you'd prefer a little extra help on the day, Security FastTrack, Escape Lounges and Meet & Greet parking can help take the stress out of travelling through the airport with children.
Child-friendly amenities
The Bridgewater Exchange
Tuck into great British classics at The Bridgewater Exchange. From bangers and mash to mac and cheese, there’s even delicious sweet treats like pancakes on offer. A comfortable and family-friendly place to grab some food before your flight.
Opening times
Open daily: 03:00 - 22:00
Giraffe
The cool kids’ menu includes lots of options for little giraffes, including a build-your-own breakfast, fluffy pancakes, mini main meals, and an ice cream sundae with chocolate sauce and fresh strawberries.
Opening times
Mon and Sun: 03:30 - 20:00
Tues, Thurs and Sat: 04:00 - 21:00
Wed and Fri: 03:30 - 19:00
The Evergreen Bar & Brasserie
The Evergreen Bar & Brasserie promises to bring families a relaxing retreat from the hustle and bustle of the terminal. The Little Flyers menu includes a cute kids’ breakfast, spaghetti bolognaise, healthy crudités and dips, and delicious ice cream.
Opening times
Mon: 03:30 - 21:00
Tues and Sat: 03:30 - 19:00
Wed - Fri and Sun: 03:30 - 20:00
Costa
Costa almost needs no introduction! This global coffee shop chain is warm and welcoming, offering an extensive menu of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks and cakes, with plenty for little ones to choose from.
Opening times
Departures
Open daily: 05:00 - 20:00
Arrivals
Mon and Fri - Sun: 03:00 - 22:00
Tues - Wed: 03:00 - 19:30
Thurs: 03:00 - 20:15
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