An Insider’s Guide to Manchester Airport’s VIP Lounges
Hey there, fellow travelers! It’s Olivia here. As someone who’s been on the move quite often and has had her fair share of airport experiences, I’m here to give you the low-down on the VIP lounges at Manchester Airport (MAN). Trust me, it’s always good to know your options!
Terminal 1
Aspire Lounge: Located on Level 1, this lounge welcomes you from 4:00 am to 9:00 pm. In here, you can enjoy amenities like computers, snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, TV, and of course, air conditioning. How to get in? It’s accessible with memberships like Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass, Diners Club, or you can make an online reservation or pay at the door for £37.99.
The Emirates Lounge: This one’s operational based on flight schedules in the boarding area. Some of the perks include beverages, newspapers, magazines, TVs, computers, Wi-Fi, snacks, and phones. Access is exclusive to first-class or executive class passengers of Emirates, and Skywards Gold or Platinum members.
Escape Lounge: Situated on the top floor, it’s open from 4:00 am to 6:00 pm with a max stay of 3 hours. It boasts facilities like computers, snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, newspapers, phones, and even a fax machine. Entry is through Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass, Diners Club, online reservations, or door payment (£33.99).
Terminal 2
Aspire Lounge: Right opposite gate 209, it’s open from 4:00 am to 5:30 pm. It offers computers, snacks, beverages, Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, and fax. Access is via memberships like Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass, Diners Club, online booking, or paying £37.99 at the door.
Escape Lounge: Located in the mezzanine, it operates from 4:00 am to 5:00 pm and is strictly for international flights and transit passengers. You can stay for up to 3 hours and enjoy computers, snacks, showers, TV, air conditioning, drinks, conference facilities, and Wi-Fi. Entry is through the usual memberships or door payment (£33.99).
Terminal 3
Escape Lounge: There are two lounges on level 3, open from 4:00 am to 4:00 pm and 4:00 am to 7:30 pm respectively. They offer amenities like air conditioning, newspapers, magazines, Wi-Fi, TV, snacks, drinks, and fax. Access is as usual with memberships, online reservations, or door payment (£33.99).
Facilities and Services: Manchester Airport provides ATMs, currency exchange (4:15 am to 7:30 pm), mailboxes, printing services, VIP lounges, and complimentary Wi-Fi for 4 hours. The Concorde Conference Centre within the airport compound is ideal for meetings and conferences.
Dining: Every terminal boasts bars, restaurants, fast food joints, and cafes. Specifically, M&S Simply Food and Starbucks in Terminal 2 arrivals are open 24/7.
Shopping: Options abound with duty-free shops in the boarding areas, convenience stores in arrivals, and a range of products from electronics, cosmetics, footwear, apparel, perfumes, candies, books, toys, to newspapers and magazines.
Luggage: Need a cart? They’re available for £1.00 or €2.00. Terminal 1’s arrivals area also offers left luggage services and lost property offices from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Other Services: Prayer rooms, baby care facilities, kid’s entertainment area, massage chairs, gaming zones, pharmacies, and even a spa are available for travelers.
| Terminal | Lounge | Timings | Access Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aspire Lounge | 4:00 am to 9:00 pm | £37.99 |
| 1 | The Emirates Lounge | Flight Schedules | Emirates Classes & Skywards Members |
| 1 | Escape Lounge | 4:00 am to 6:00 pm | £33.99 |
| 2 | Aspire Lounge | 4:00 am to 5:30 pm | £37.99 |
| 2 | Escape Lounge | 4:00 am to 5:00 pm | £33.99 |
| 3 | Escape Lounge | 4:00 am to 4:00 pm / 4:00 am to 7:30 pm | £33.99 |
