New airlines make move to Manchester Airport Terminal Two

The newly-renovated Terminal Two at Manchester Airport has welcomed to further airlines to its roster, with KLM and Air France now operating from the super-terminal.

The Dutch and French flag carriers began flying from Terminal Two on 28th September, and from Thursday 30th, Manchester-based Italian restaurant, San Carlo, will open its much anticipated new venue for passengers in departures.

With the traffic light system for travel due to be scrapped from next week, airport bosses are hoping to see more passengers return to the skies. Covid-19 safety measures such as an enhanced cleaning regime will remain in place for the safety of staff and colleagues, however.

KLM and Air France make move to Terminal Two

KLM’s service to Amsterdam and Air France’s route to Paris (Charles de Gaulle) will be the latest in a long list of airlines to have moved operations to Terminal Two since its opening in mid-July.

More than a dozen airlines are now operating from the terminal, from long-haul carriers such as Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways to sunseekers’ favourites, Jet2.com and TUI.

From this Tuesday (28^th September) passengers travelling with KLM and Air France should now use Terminal Two. Those with Manchester Airport car park or lounge bookings will have them moved across and customers will be notified accordingly.

With travel restrictions continuing to ease, further airlines are expected to move across to Terminal Two and these changes will be communicated appropriately. Passengers can also keep an eye on the airport’s social media channels for the latest advice, guidance and information.

Karen Smart, Managing Director of Manchester Airport, said:

“It is brilliant to see yet more valued airline partners serving passengers through our new state-of-the-art facility and I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome KLM and Air France to Terminal Two. Plus, we’re delighted to see two further Manchester brands, San Carlo and Pot Kettle Black, open their doors to passengers. Feedback for the new terminal has so far been incredibly positive and we cannot wait for more and more passengers to experience it.

“With passenger numbers rising each day, we are starting to see the green shoots of recovery in our sector, and we hope that the easing of some restrictions for double-vaccinated travellers next week will help ensure that trend continues.

“Nevertheless, we are conscious of the need to provide a Covid-safe environment for passengers and colleagues so that they can feel safe and reassured when travelling through our airport. To that end, we are maintaining an enhanced cleaning regime and we encourage passengers and staff to wear a face mask when on site. Passengers are also advised to study the UK government’s travel advice carefully before they set off on their journeys.”

Buongiorno to San Carlo and coffee favourite Pot Kettle Black

San Carlo, well known on the Manchester dining scene with several city centre venues, opens its very first airport location on Thursday (30^th September), quickly followed by coffee artisans Pot Kettle Black on Monday 4^th October, which has fast become a firm favourite with Mancunians.

They join an impressive array of Mancunian-inspired options in the new terminal, from trendy burger and shake chain Archie’s to local brewers Joseph Holt and Seven Bro7hers, which operate the Bridgewater Exchange and Amber Alehouse respectively.

For more information on the options available see here.

Government Advice and Restrictions

In addition to checking the latest airport information, passengers are also advised to keep abreast of Government restrictions and advice. Although the system for international travel will be simplified from the start of next week, some rules will remain in place, and quarantine requirements may still apply if you are not double-vaccinated. See the government website for further information.

Manchester Airport has extensive testing facilities on site, offering pre and post travel options. All the information and prices can be found on the airport’s website.

Covid-19 safety measures and processes

Throughout the pandemic Manchester Airport has had a range of Covid-19 safety measures in place and will maintain these after October 4^th to ensure that we provide a safe environment for staff and passengers. These include Perspex screens and an enhanced cleaning regime, with 116 hand sanitising stations throughout the site provided by the airport’s sanitary partner Carex.

The airport also continues to follow the latest Government and Public Health England advice, as it has done throughout the pandemic. As such, it requests that passengers continue to wear a face covering where possible. For all the latest information, read more here.