As the Northern hub approaches the end of the peak summer season, Manchester Airport updates customers on its latest developments, including two new routes within the UK and the closure of Terminal 2.
Terminals:
Throughout the pandemic the airport has worked closely with its airlines and retailers to align its operations with passenger demand, to deliver the best possible customer experience.
To efficiently meet the current capacity and demand for travel, flights currently operating from Terminal Two will move to Terminal One from 2nd September.
Passengers are advised to check which terminal they’re flying from before arriving at the airport, as some airlines are operating from a different terminal than usual.
Flights:
This week sees a new airline start at Manchester Airport, with Blue Islands commencing services to Southampton and Exeter. As well as disruption from the coronavirus pandemic, these routes had been disrupted by the collapse of Flybe earlier in the year.
Karen Smart, MD at Manchester Airport, said:
“In responding to the recent government changes to quarantine, and to efficiently meet the current capacity and demand, we’ve made the decision to close Terminal Two from tomorrow. This will allow us to provide the best possible customer experience for those that want to travel, safely through our other two terminals.
“In what would normally be our busiest time of the year, it is pleasing to see carriers like Blue Islands launching services from Manchester, offering vital domestic connectivity and also access to our wider route network.
“I’d like to thank all our passengers for continuing to abide by the measures in place during these uncertain times, and also thank all our staff who have gone above and beyond to ensure safe travel for all.”
Passengers should be aware that they will now need to quarantine on return to the UK if travelling to destinations removed from the travel corridors list. They are reminded to check the latest Government guidance on travel corridors and requirements upon returning to the UK.
Some carriers might cancel services to destinations that are removed from the list, so passengers should check with their airline if they have any specific flight enquiries.
It is also important to take account of the latest Foreign and Commonwealth Travel advice relating to any restrictions in your destination.
UK Government Passenger Locator Form
With the Government’s relaxation of quarantine, and introduction of travel corridors, all passengers arriving into Manchester Airport need to be ready for UK Border control by completing a Passenger Locator Form. Upon arrival they will need to show either a print-out of the form or have it on their phone.
Safety Measures:
For the last two months the airport has introduced a range of measures to keep all passengers and staff safe. These include wearing face coverings, enhanced cleaning, Perspex screens, bookable security slots and temperature checks. Details on all of the measures can be found here: www.manchesterairport.co.uk/coronavirus
The airport also encourages passengers to watch this video before coming to the airport, to ensure they are as prepared as possible.
Retail Offering:
As more and more passengers and flights return, as has the airport’s retail offering. In addition to passengers being able to purchase food and drink, they can also take advantage of the free water fountains across the site to fill up empty bottles.
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- Terminal One – Zoodle – airside – from 10th September
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