Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include check-in desks numbers 80-108 and a prayer room.
- Related link Terminal 1 Departures Security.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/manchester-airport/access-guides/terminal-1-main-departures-level-5-security
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Manchester Airport is 9 miles south of Manchester City Centre, next to the M56 and with easy links to the M6, M60 and M62.
The postcode for the airport is M90 1QX. Please note, your Sat-Nav may not reflect the most updated road layout. - There are a number of official airport parking options available.
- For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by car please click here (opens new tab).
- Manchester Airport is 9 miles south of Manchester City Centre, next to the M56 and with easy links to the M6, M60 and M62.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- Manchester Airport is well-served by a network of local and regional buses, running daily from early morning to late night; including weekends and bank holidays.
- For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by bus please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Manchester Airport Station.
- The station is located at the heart of the airport campus, which means passengers have easy access to all the terminals. With moving walkways throughout, it should take no more than 5-15 minutes to get to and from the terminals.
- For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by train please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on the Access Guide for Manchester Airport Station please click here (opens new tab).
Route from the Car Park Bus Drop Off Point
- This car park is for Manchester Airport Buses only.
- The car parks that use this bus stop include; Jet Parks 1, Jet Parks 2, Jet Parks 3, Shuttle Parks & T1/3 Long Stay.
- The car park bus drop off point is located on an island outside the entrance, and is 32 metres from the main entrance.
- The route to the entrance and assistance point is via moderate slopes and dropped kerbs with tactile paving.
Getting Help and Assistance
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request and large print on request.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
Related Access Guides (Jet Car Parks)
Related Access Guides (Terminal 1 Parking)
- Terminal 1 Check-in A Drop Off link (new tab) - click here
- Terminal 1 Check-in B Drop Off link (new tab) - click here
- Terminal 1 Meet and Greet Parking link (new tab) - click here
- Terminal 1 Short Stay Car Park link (new tab) - click here
- Terminal 1 Multi Storey Car Park link (new tab) - click here
- Terminal 1 and 3 Mid Stay Parking link (new tab) - click here
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
Level Change (Main Entrance)
- There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
- The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
- The ramp or slope is permanent.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
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Comments
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- The main flight information boards in the centre of the hall are 27 metres from the main entrance.
Check In Desk (80-108)
- The check in desks are high.
- The desks do not have a lowered section.
- Lighting levels are medium.
Prayer Room
- The multi faith prayer room and chaplaincy offices are located in the far right hand corner of the Check In Hall, 30 metres from the main flight information boards.
- The door to the prayer room area is heavy, opens away from you and is 80cm wide.
Other Floors (Stairs to the Check In Area A)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 0-5.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
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Comments
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- The stairs can be overcome using the car park lift.
Level Change (Ramp to Check In Area A)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located on level 5.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
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Comments
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- This ramp has handrails both sides, and leads from the stairs to the Check In Area A.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There are not accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
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Comments
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- Accessible toilets are available in the main level check in area, the arrivals hall and in the departure lounge past security.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilets are not available.
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Comments
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- Standard toilets are available in the main level check in area, the arrivals hall and in the departure lounge past security.