Access Guide
Introduction
- Related link Terminal 1 Main Check In.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/manchester-airport/access-guides/terminal-1-main-check-in-a
- Related link Terminal 1 Pre Duty Free Departure Lounge.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/manchester-airport/access-guides/terminal-1-pre-duty-free-departure-lounge
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).
Outside Access (Main Security Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the Main Check In Hall, opposite central entrance.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
- The doors are double width.
- The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
- The door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in) wide.
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Comments
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- This entrance is 59 metres from the new Reception Point for Assistance.
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.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service.
- This venue does not play background music.
- Lighting levels are medium.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
Fast Lane Passport Security Desk
- This is for wheelchair users and all passengers with a disability.
- The security desk is 45 metres from the main security entrance.
- There is a gate, 190cm wide, next to the desk for passengers to access the security lanes.
- There are new auto readers located at this security desk, as shown in photograph 1.
Security Lanes 2-3
- Wheelchair users will need to access lane 3, which contains a 90cm wide gate (shown in the photograph).
- These lanes are 22 metres from the Fast Lane Passport Security Desk.
- The entrance to the Pre Duty Free Departure Lounge is 12 metres from these security lanes.
Outside Access (Staff Channel Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located in the far left corner of the Main Check In Hall.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
- The doors are single width.
- The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
- The door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in) wide.
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Comments
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- This entrance will only be used by passengers being assisted by a member of staff.
- Passengers not accompanied by a member of staff cannot use this entrance.
- This entrance is not available to use during the morning peak period.
Staff Channel Security Desk
- This is 3 metres from the Staff Channel entrance.
Security Lane 14
- Passengers being assisted by an OCS representative will pass through Security Lane 14, which has a 95cm wide gate.
- The passenger will then be assisted into the Pre Duty Free Departure Lounge.