Manchester Airport Arrival Alerts
Get a text when their flight lands at MAN. UK's third busiest airport.
Get a text when they land at MANAirport Code
MAN
Passengers/Year
29 million
Terminals
Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3
Exit Time
20-35 minutes after landing
About
Arriving at Manchester Airport
Manchester is the busiest UK airport outside London, with three terminals serving short and long-haul destinations.
Terminal breakdown: - Terminal 1: EasyJet, Jet2, TUI, and others - Terminal 2: Recently expanded. Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, some BA - Terminal 3: American Airlines, United, other legacy carriers
The terminals are spread out. Getting to the wrong one adds significant time. SkyText includes terminal information.
Long-haul flights from Manchester include direct routes to Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, and several US cities. These overnight flights mean landing alerts are useful for timezones.
Metrolink tram connects the airport to Manchester city centre and Piccadilly station.
Pickup tip
Each terminal has separate car parks. Check terminal before heading to pickup.
How it works
Track MAN arrivals.
Enter the flight number
Type the flight number for the arrival to MAN.
Add your phone number
Enter the mobile number where you want to receive the alert.
Get a text when they land
We track the flight and text you when they touch down at Manchester Airport.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How do I know when a flight lands at Manchester?
Enter the flight number into SkyText. You'll receive a text when the flight lands at MAN.
Which terminal do airlines use at Manchester?
It varies by airline. SkyText includes terminal information in the alert.
Does Manchester have long-haul flights?
Yes. Direct flights to Dubai, Singapore, US cities, and more.
Popular routes from MAN
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