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4 reasons to fly from Manchester Airport

 

With over 70 amazing destinations, here are all the reasons to make Manchester Airport your go-to gateway for getaways...

From great transport links to an unbeatable choice of destinations, Manchester Airport is the ideal starting point for your next getaway. Whether you’re chasing the sun, hitting the slopes or exploring somewhere new, flying from Manchester with us makes your holiday feel effortless from the very beginning. 

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The north-west’s gateway to Europe and beyond 

Travelling from the north-west? Manchester Airport should be your go-to! It’s easily reached by train, tram and car, making it a top choice for Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire and beyond. There’s even a dedicated airport train station right on site, linking you directly to towns and cities across the north-west – too easy! And once you’re there, you’ll find loads of Jet2 flights to top spots, plus revamped terminals with new shops, restaurants and security. Let the holiday vibes begin. 

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Destinations galore 

Sunshine, city sights or snowy slopes – with over 70 destinations to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice flying from Manchester Airport. Fly to favourites like Alicante, Tenerife and the Algarve, or under-the-radar Greek islands like Samos.  

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A range of holiday types 

Pick Manchester Airport for a Jet2holiday and you’ll have heaps of holiday types to choose from, all of which can be secured with just a £60pp deposit*, and you can spread the remaining balance up to ten weeks before you depart – winner! 

And for the classic package holiday, we include return flights, accommodation, 22kg baggage and hotel transfers in an ABTA and ATOL-protected package! Travelling with little ones? Look out for our Free Child Places* too. 

For sightseeing and capital cities, a Jet2CityBreak ticks all the boxes. And the best bit is, return flights, accommodation and 22kg baggage are all part of the price. From Manchester, you can take your pick from cities by the beach like Barcelona and Palma, or historic hotspots like Athens and Krakow. 

For privacy and freedom in equal measure, we’ve got a great range of Jet2Villas available. From beachfront beauties to hillside hideaways, you’re bound to find your home away from home. And not only do we include return flights, your villa and 22kg baggage, but also a hire car! 

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Everyone’s a VIP 

Flying from Manchester with Jet2? You’re in for a treat. Our famous Red Team are on hand at the airport to help make your journey smooth from the get-go – with smiles guaranteed! Heading off on a Jet2holiday? You’ll find our friendly Customer Helpers in resort too. And if you ever need support, our UK-based helpline is available 24/7. It’s all part of the reason we’ve been crowned Best Short Haul Airline at the Globe Travel Awards 2025 – and why customers keep coming back! 

But don’t just take our word for it... 

Fantastic experience from start to finish, well done Jet2! 

‘We felt very valued as a customer and had a very good experience from start to finish with Jet2.’ 

Rachael travelled from Manchester to Antalya with their family in April 2025* 

 

 

 

*Our survey is incentivised with a prize draw, and all stories on this page are selected by us. See our Reviews Policy for more information. 

Posted: 8th Jul 2025.

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