Short Stay Airport Parking

Perfect for business trips or mini breaks. Find your best Short Stay parking deals and book directly with Manchester Airport today.

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What is Short Stay?

When you’re only going away for a few days, you need parking that’s quick, easy, and fuss-free.

At Manchester Airport we offer Short Stay parking options at every terminal – so you can park close by, wherever you’re flying from.

Booking your parking space is easy, too. Just click the button below, enter your travel details, and we’ll recommend a Short Stay parking space for you.

Prices from £76.00 (8 day stay in April 2024)

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Close to all terminals

Parking next to T1, T2 and T3 - ideal if you have lots of luggage, or you're travelling with children

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Flexible durations

From a few hours to a few days, our flexible Short Stay airport parking works with your plans

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Safe and secure

We've been awarded the Park Mark®, so you can be confident your vehicle is in safe hands

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Free cancellation

If your plans change, cancel your parking and get a full refund (T&Cs apply)

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Plans changed? No problem – cancel and get your money back

Free cancellation when you book directly with Manchester Airport

We know plans change. That’s why, with direct bookings, we let you cancel your Long Stay parking and give you a full refund. 

  1. FREE cancellation up to 1 hour before your booking – no questions asked

  2. Full cash refund – no vouchers or credit notes

  3. Cash refund - no vouchers or credit notes

  4. Easily amend or cancel your booking online

Be confident your vehicle is safe and secure

All of the car parks at Manchester Airport have been awarded the prestigious Park Mark. So you can be confident your car is safe and secure while you’re away.

How Short Stay parking works

Say goodbye to stressful planning and parking, and follow these 4 simple steps:

  1. Book in advance: Apart from T1 Short Stay, parking at Manchester Airport is pre-book only, so remember to book your space in advance.

  2. Park up: Our Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system will recognise your vehicle and open the barrier (if your car park has barrierless entry, just drive straight through). Find a space, park up, and lock your vehicle.

  3. Walk to your terminal: No need for a shuttle bus. We’ll make sure your Short Stay car park is close to your terminal, so you can walk to check-in.

  4. When you return: Find your vehicle right where you left it. The ANPR system will recognise your number plate and open the barrier again when you leave, so you can just drive away.

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Where are the Short Stay car parks located?

There are Short Stay parking options within walking distance of every terminal at Manchester Airport: T1 Short Stay, T1 Multi Storey, T2 Multi Storey East, T2 Multi Storey West, and T3 Multi Storey.

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Directions to the Short Stay car parks

T1 Short Stay

T1 Multi Storey

T2 Multi Storey East

T2 Multi Storey West

T3 Multi Storey

From the M56

Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and keep right, following signs for T1 and T3.

At the traffic lights go straight ahead for T1, passing the Hilton Hotel on your left.

At the first roundabout take the 3rd exit onto Terminal Road North. Continue past the pedestrian crossing and at the second roundabout take the 1st exit into T1 Short Stay.

Please note T1 Short Stay uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and is pay on exit, so there is no barrier at the entrance and you do not need a token. Both card and cash payments can be made at the exit barrier.

There is no pre-book parking on the ground floor, this is reserved for turn-up only. Pre-book reservations should park on the first or second floor.

From the M56

Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and keep right, following signs for T1 and T3.

At the traffic lights go straight ahead for T1, passing the Hilton Hotel on your left.

At the first roundabout go straight ahead. At the second roundabout take the 3rd exit onto International Approach.

Proceed down International Approach and enter the car park under the sign ‘Multi Storey’ on the left-hand side.

For detailed access information please click here.

From the M56

Please note due to ongoing construction work around T2, there may be temporary diversions in place. In this instance please follow the diversion signs for entry to T2 East.

Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and keep left, following signs for T2.

At the first roundabout take the Second exit following signs to T2. At the second roundabout (it has lots of flags on) take the second exit, signposted T2 M&G (Terminal 2 Meet & Greet).

The road bends round to the right, and after 200m you’ll see the T2 East Multi Storey car park on your left.

For detailed access information please click here.

From the M56

Please note: due to ongoing construction work around T2, there may be temporary diversions in place. In this instance please follow the diversion signs for entry to T2 West.

Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and keep left, following the signs for Terminal 2.

At the first roundabout take the second exit following signs to Terminal 2. At the second roundabout take the second exit into Palma Avenue, signposted for T2 West Multi. Stay in the right-hand lane and follow the road past the terminal building.

At the first roundabout, take the first exit signposted T2 Multi West. At the second roundabout, take the first exit signposted T2 Multi West. As the road bends left around the Multi Storey, the car park entrance is immediately on your left.

For detailed access information please click here.

From the M56

Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and keep right, following signs for T1 and T3. As you approach the first set of traffic lights, take the left-hand lanes signposted for T3, Wilmslow, Wythenshawe and Gatley (A555). This takes you onto Ringway Road West.

At the second set of traffic lights, go straight on. You will pass a business park on your left. At the third set of traffic lights turn right signposted T3 and Car Rental Return. Continue on this road for approximately 250 yards. Take the first left on to Ringway road following the signs for T3.

At the first roundabout, turn right into Parade Road, signposted T3 Multi Storey. Continue straight. The car park entrance is second left turn after the Zebra crossing.

For detailed access information please click here.

Save time, money and stress with Short Stay parking

For quick, easy and affordable Short Stay parking, book directly with Manchester Airport and save:

  • Time: Our easy-to-use online booking system lets you book your Short Stay parking in minutes.

  • Money: Just enter a couple of details and our system suggests the best price for your requirements.

  • Stress: With the Park Mark award for safety and security, you can go on your trip with total peace of mind.

Reviews
"Excellent experience. Easy walk into terminal and easy to get back on return. Highly recommend."
4hstars
February 2023
"Booked online as didn't want to rely on taxis. Barrier raised immediately as we got there, and did the same when we got back a week later. Thanks for a great experience!"
5stars
June 2023

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Meet & Greet

From £82.99

(8 days)

Pre-book only

Our most popular airport parking option - ideal if you're travelling with children or have heavy luggage

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    1-2 minute walk
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JetParks

From £65.99

(8 days)

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Great value airport parking for trips of a week or more

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Mid Stay T1/3

From £79.99

(8 days)

Pre-book only

Convenient Mid Stay airport parking that's great value for money

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    3-10 minutes' walk to the terminal
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    Cancellation protection available

Short Stay parking FAQs

Blue Badge holders can park in any of the Short Stay car parks at Manchester Airport.

You can find more information and detailed guides on our Blue Badge Parking page and the AccessAble website.

Yes, motorcyclists can book a space in our Multi Storey car parks by calling 0808 169 7030. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles.

Parking outside of the days you have booked will incur an additional charge. Please see terms and conditions for more information.