International carriers that offer flights to Manchester from the US and Europe include US Airways, VLM, Flybe, BMI, Emirates, Finnair, Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa. Fares for flights from Manchester to London and other domestic destinations are kept low as a result of fierce competition among local airlines.
Manchester International Airport lies at the centre of the transport network of the UK, with flights heading to more than 200 destinations. The airport has a modern integrated railway network leading to the heart of the airport. As a result, airline passengers will rarely miss their flights from Manchester. Destinations serve by the railway include York, Sheffield, Leeds, Newcastle, Huddersfield, Preston, Bolton, Blackpool and the Lake District. Operated by TransPennine Express and Northern Rail, the network operates 24 hours a day throughout the week. Tickets can be booked online or bought directly at the station booking office.
Private hire taxis must be booked in advance of your arrival, while pick-ups are only allowed within the parking area and are subject to fees. Drop offs are free within the departure zone.
Hackney cabs must use taxi metres when charging passengers for a journey within the Manchester Licensed Area. Beyond this area, a pre-defined tariff of maximum fares applies.
Arts, cultural and entertainment events are staged regularly and help to promote the attraction of Manchester as a tourist destination. Some of the most popular exhibition centres in the city include Manchester Art Gallery, Daniel Libeskind’s Imperial War Museum North and the Museum of Science and Industry. A visit to The Royal Exchange or Lowry is a must for performing arts enthusiasts, while the MEN Arena is a major sport and concert venue.
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October 19th, 2009 at 8:22 am
i love manchester airport its so much nicer than the big 2
October 19th, 2009 at 8:22 am
I love Manchester airport it’s so much nicer than the big 2