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You have just arrived at Manchester Airport, you collect your luggage and see the sign for Manchester Airport Arrivals, what next?

There is nothing worse than arriving at an airport especially a large airport like Manchester Airport and feeling lost and not sure where to go. Manchester is a large airport and there are flights to Manchester from over two hundred locations around the world. This situation can be easily be solved by doing a little bit of homework before you arrive and prevent any problems for your arrival at Manchester airport. The first thing to check is which terminal your flight is going to arrive into as Manchester airport has three terminals.

If you are getting collected make sure who ever is collecting you knows your flight number and the correct terminal to pick you up from. They will probably park in one of Manchester Airport’s short stay car parks, which are all located next to the terminal buildings. The short stay car parks are all only a short walk away and the route is all undercover.

Travelling into Manchester city centre by rail is a cheap and easy way to make this short journey. The train only takes around 20 minutes and there are connections to trains travelling to other parts of England and Scotland.

Car Hire at Manchester Airport can give you the flexibility and greater independence to get around Manchester and the surrounding areas. It is advisable to book your car prior to your arrival and this will also enable the car hire company to have the care you have requested ready and waiting for you. You will also be able to take advantage of any online offers available.

There are coach services from Manchester Airport to the city centre with various coach operators and during the day these operate approximately every ten minutes. There are also coach links to other parts of England and Scotland.

Airport Taxis operate from Manchester Airport on a taxi meter basis for journeys within the Manchester licensed area and on a set fare rate for journeys outside. Taxis can be pre-booked by contacting the taxi operator in advance.

Simple research but very helpful so when you see the sign for Manchester airport arrivals you will know exactly what you are doing and be less stressed than the people who didn’t. This same information will also help you get to the airport for your return flight from Manchester.