Travel Ideas

Dream destinations, family holiday tips and airport advice from the team at Manchester Airport

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Family holiday

Multigenerational holidays: 10 top tips for travelling with family

Top tips for going abroad with extended family in the school holidays, for a relaxed and stress-free trip.

St. Patrick's Day

Your guide to the perfect parade this St. Patrick’s Day

Discover the best places to celebrate the Emerald Isle’s largest festival. Check out our guide to the best St. Patrick’s Day parades around the world and enjoy some beloved Irish traditions.

Valentine's Day

Make Valentine’s Day extra special with Manchester Airport

Struggling for fun and fresh ideas for Valentine’s Day? Check out our top picks for romantic getaway activities for you and your special someone and make this year your best Valentine’s Day yet! You can thank us later.  

Summer fun city break

6 dream destinations for active holidays

Adventure awaits! We’ve rounded up some of the best places to visit in the world for active holidays, with direct flights from Manchester Airport.

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Chinese New Year 2024

Destination guides and travel tips for celebrating the Year of the Dragon, with flights from Manchester Airport to Beijing, Hong Kong and Singapore.

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Airport Wrapped 2023

From the huge number of passengers we’ve welcomed through our doors, to the amount of cups of coffee consumed, here's Manchester Airport's year in review.

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Make 2024 your best travel year yet

Turn your travel dreams into a reality this year, with these top tips from the experts.

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Escape the January Blues

Dreaming about your next holiday already? You’re not alone. Read our top travel tips to banish the January blues.

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12 top tips for travelling through the airport this Christmas

When the airport is busier than usual, you need a little extra planning to make sure your journey goes smoothly. Read top tips from our industry experts to help you navigate your way through the airport over the festive season.

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Top destinations in Europe for Christmas market magic

Sparkling fairy-lit cities with stalls selling spiced mulled wine and gifts galore… it’s time to pack your bags, wrap up warm, and jet off to one of Europe’s most enchanting Christmas market destinations.

Ski Season Holidays

Top airports to fly to for winter ski resorts

Wherever you’re skiing this winter, make your journey quick and easy with direct flights from Manchester Airport.

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Beer, bratwurst and fancy dress fun: 7 cities in Germany going big for Oktoberfest

Millions of people from all over the world pour into Germany to experience Oktoberfest every year. Here are 7 German cities that know how to celebrate in style - with direct flights from Manchester Airport.

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12 of the best out-of-season city breaks when you're on a budget

We’ve rounded up 12 of the most exciting city break destinations you can reach from Manchester Airport for around £100pp return, including some serious sun traps…

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Escape and explore with our top European city breaks

If you want to jet off somewhere not too far away, escape to Europe and explore one of these top destinations for a cool and cultured city break.

Winter sun holidays

Are you feeling the chill this winter? If the answer is yes, then take a look at this year’s top tanning destinations. We’ve handpicked these exotic locales and we’re sure they’ll have you yearning for a heatwave holiday. 

Must-see European Christmas markets

Treat yourself to an early present, and enjoy a festive break at one of Europe's famous Christmas markets, direct from Manchester Airport. Here are our favourites.

Pride

Top LGBTQ+ friendly destinations

We've put together a list of the most LGBTQ+ friendly destinations that we fly to - so you can relax and have a great time in the destination of your choosing!

People marching for International Women's Day

What is international Women’s Day, and where is it celebrated?

Learn about the history of International Women’s Day and some of the destinations from Manchester Airport where it’s celebrated.

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Essential guide to travelling with pets

Taking our beloved pets abroad isn’t as hard as it used to be. So long as you’ve done all the necessary checks and prepared your pet’s paperwork, you can leave and return to the UK with your pet dog, cat or ferret with ease. Read our guide for everything you need to know about travelling with your pet.

Sydney

Australian adventures

Discover jaw-dropping scenery, world-famous landmarks, incredible beaches and cosmopolitan cities on a trip to Australia.

Christmas fun in the ocean

Christmas holidays for families

Treat the family to the winter trip of a lifetime and book one of our spectacular kid-friendly Christmas holidays flying direct from Manchester Airport.

Edinburgh

Haunting Halloween holidays

Planning a terrifying trip to celebrate Halloween? Take a look at some of the petrifying places you can visit from Manchester Airport