Car Rental at Manchester Airport

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Manchester Airport, Manchester, United Kingdom
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Mini
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 2
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Easirent
$21.76 per day
Economy
Kia Rio or similar
Kia Rio
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
GreenMotion
$33.60 per day
Compact
Ford Focus or similar
Ford Focus
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Keddy
$34.83 per day
Full-size
Ford Mondeo or similar
Ford Mondeo
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Ace Rent a car
$41.92 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Intermediate
Nissan Qashqai or similar
Nissan Qashqai
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Alamo
$50.81 / per day
Standard
Ford Kuga or similar
Ford Kuga
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Enterprise
$62.33 / per day
Premium
Skoda Superb or similar
Skoda Superb
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Arnold Clark
$80.47 / per day
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class or similar
Mercedes Benz A Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
National
$81.69 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 21:26 on 2023-03-17. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Language
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
44
Average car rental price
$50.93 / per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
30 mph
Speed limit out of town
97 km/h
60 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
9.7
Average gasoline price
$2.01 / 1 liter
Highest gasoline price
$2.35 / 1 liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.79 / 1 liter
Manchester Airport Car Rental

Airport Car Rental

A former industrial hotspot, Manchester has reinvented itself as a modern metropolis. As known for its distinct neighborhoods as it is for great museums, the city offers plenty for any curious traveler. Manchester is also near a surprising amount of beautiful natural areas that can be easily accessed with a car. These are three of the most interesting attractions in and around this great northern city:

  • Curry Mile. While not strictly living up to its name -— it is only about half a mile (or 800 m) long and has a lot more than just curry — visiting this stretch of the Wilmslow Road in the central Rusholme area can be one of the most interesting gastronomic adventures in all of Britain. Mainly known for offering the whole diversity of the food from the Indian subcontinent, the area has also become a hotspot of culinary delights from the Middle East. Manchester is home to one of the largest Chinatowns in Europe, and the city is also a dream destination for all East Asian food lovers.
  • Imperial War Museum North. Opened in the 2000s and located in one of the most futuristic buildings of the city, the IWM North explores not just the conflicts that the United Kingdom has been involved in during the last couple of centuries but the wider societal and psychological consequences of these wars. Interactive and inventive, the museum has an impressive archive of written, artistic, audial, visual, and other sources arranged in a number of interesting exhibitions. Visit the museum’s website to learn more. The IVM North is in the Trafford area of Greater Manchester, about a 20-minute drive southwest of the city center.
  • Lake District. A large nature area and a national park, the greenery of the Lake District holds a special place in the public imagination of British society. Consequently, the area can be quite busy, especially during the holiday season, but that shouldn’t stop you from making the 80-minute drive north. Characterized by scenic villages, equally impressive lakes, and a myriad of hiking routes, the area is a joy to explore.

Top international routes

Main airlines

Manchester Airport is one of two hubs for the low-cost carrier Flybe. Many other low-cost airlines have flights to and from Manchester Airport including Ryanair, easyJet, and Jet2.com. Many other airlines provide service to and from many destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

Terminals

There are three passenger terminals. You can get between Terminals 1 and 2 via a skybridge with a moving walkway. A covered walkway links Terminal 3 to Terminal 1. While there is no specific domestic or international terminal, most long-distance flights from the Middle East, Asia, and North America arrive at Terminal 2.

Location

Manchester Airport is about 14 km (8.7 miles) from the city. Motorway M56 / Princess Parkway is the main road connecting the airport to Manchester.

It also takes just an hour to drive to either Peak District National Park or Liverpool.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Station wagons - from $67 per day
  • Large cars - from $64 per day
  • Medium cars - from $58 per day
  • Small cars - from $43 per day
  • SUVs - from $82 per day

Car rental desks

Avis, Sixt, Europcar, Keddy, Enterprise, Interrent, Goldcar, Rhodium, National, and Alamo are located in the Car Rental Village located on Ringway Road right next to the airport. A free shuttle bus takes renter there from the airport every ten minutes.

Green Motion, Easirent, Ace, Arnold Clark all have off-airport locations and provide sperate shuttle services for their customers.

Services and facilities

You’ll find a wide selection of restaurants, bars, cafés, and fast food stands in both terminals. There’s also a grocery store. For shopping, there are many stores and gift shops, as well as duty-free outlets accessible to passengers traveling outside the EU. You’ll also find ATMs, several lounges, an on-site hotel, baby changing rooms, a children’s play area, a pharmacy, spa, showers, and multifaith prayer rooms. There are luggage storage offices in the arrivals area of both terminals. Manchester Airport is accessible to passengers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

The best station at which to fill up before returning a rental car is a Shell station located on Styal Road. If coming from the M56, it requires a circle of a couple of miles, but there is no station located directly on the way to the airport. The station is more convenient if coming from the Manchester Airport Eastern Link on the Winslow-Handforth Bypass.

Popular one-way rentals

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Airport info

Rating
7.4
  • Getting to the airport 7.6
  • Check-in and departures 7.5
  • Terminal facilities 6.8
  • Wi-Fi 5.5
  • Restaurants and car rental services 6.4
  • Lounge 5.6

Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • IATA: MAN
  • ICAO: EGCC
  • Name: Manchester Airport (MAN)
  • Size: Large Airport
  • Aircraft movements (per year): 203,631
  • Passengers (per year): 27,791,274
  • Distance from city: 8.7 miles / 14 km SW of town
  • Working hours: 24 hours a day
  • Phone: +44 (0) 161 489 3000

Top 20 Locations near Manchester Airport

  1. 6.0 km / 3.7 miles away
  2. 25.2 km / 15.7 miles away
  3. 43.9 km / 27.3 miles away
  4. 57.2 km / 35.6 miles away
  5. 62.0 km / 38.5 miles away
  6. 94.0 km / 58.4 miles away
  7. 112.2 km / 69.7 miles away
  8. 118.5 km / 73.7 miles away
  9. Car Rental at Holyhead Port from $88.50 per day
    159.7 km / 99.2 miles away
  10. 176.8 km / 109.9 miles away
  11. Car Rental at Luton Airport from $22.42 per day
    218.2 km / 135.6 miles away
  12. 226.8 km / 140.9 miles away
  13. 235.3 km / 146.2 miles away
  14. 243.1 km / 151.1 miles away
  15. 243.4 km / 151.3 miles away
  16. 251.3 km / 156.1 miles away
  17. 252.5 km / 156.9 miles away
  18. 252.8 km / 157.1 miles away
  19. 258.6 km / 160.7 miles away
  20. 258.8 km / 160.8 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices cheapest at Manchester Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Manchester Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Manchester Airport
$39.01
January
$39.56
February
$43.87
March
$77.56
April
$75.22
May
$87.22
June
$113.91
July
$77.29
August
$46.45
September
$46.52
October
$35.86
November
$59.18
December
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Manchester Airport is November when prices for an Economy class start from $35.86. You can see that this is 42% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting a car in July (when rental prices start at $113.91 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are just average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!

What’s the most frequent rental length at Manchester Airport?

Travel length differs from one month to another: in December the average rental period is 11 days, while in February, the average rental period is only 7 days.
Average Rental Length
8
January
7
February
7
March
8
April
7
May
8
June
10
July
9
August
8
September
9
October
7
November
11
December

Which is the busiest month for car rental at Manchester Airport?

Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Manchester Airport in December, while they are least likely to to rent in in May.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
87%
January
80%
February
102%
March
68%
April
65%
May
71%
June
95%
July
128%
August
147%
September
104%
October
102%
November
150%
December

Car Rental Information

Popular suppliers Easirent, Ace Rent a car, Arnold Clark, Keddy, Alamo
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars
Lowest price $22 per day
Cheapest supplier Easirent

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Easirent Ford Fiesta 5 2 Small cars
Easirent Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars
Easirent Fiat 500 3 2 Small cars
Arnold Clark Ford Fiesta 5 2 Small cars
Easirent Ford Fiesta 5 1 Small cars
Keddy Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars
Arnold Clark Kia Ceed 5 2 Medium cars
Ace Rent a car Peugeot 308 4 2 Medium cars
Ace Rent a car Peugeot 208 4 1 Small cars
Keddy Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars

FAQ

Can I travel to France with a rental car from Manchester Airport?
Yes, many rental companies, but not all, at Manchester Airport allow cars to be taken to France. You need to receive permission for this in advance specifying whether you can use the ferry or tunnel and you will be charged an additional fee. Please be aware that the car must be returned to the United Kingdom as one-way rentals to the continent are not allowed.
What is the minimum age at which it is possible to rent a car at Manchester Airport?
The minimum age to rent a car in Manchester is 21. In addition, all drivers must have held their license for at least one year prior to the commencement of the rental.
What is the fee for a 21-year-old driver at Manchester Airport?
A 21-year-old additional driver will be charged a young driver fee, the amount of which depends on the rental company. If you search for a car using your age, the prices shown will include this fee making for a simple comparison between companies.
I am a resident of Brazil. Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car at Manchester Airport?
Yes, you will most likely need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in the United Kingdom if your driver’s license was not issued in either the European Union or the United Kingdom.
Can I pick up a rental car at Manchester Airport and return it at one of London's airports?
Yes, many rental companies allow one-way rentals. The route from Manchester to London is popular amongst foreign travelers. Be sure to search using your desire location for dropping off the car. This way, you'll see exactly which cars are available and what the total cost (including the one-way rental fee) is.
Will my rental car include unlimited mileage at Manchester Airprot?
Some rental companies at Manchester Airport include unlimited mileage for all of their cars. Other companies have multiple packages, some of which include unlimited mileage. So be careful when searching and use the mileage policy filter if you

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

Australia
Vauxhall Astra
January 13, 2023
Visiting family mostly
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
January 6, 2023
See family at the festive time of the year
Italy
Mercedes A Class
November 28, 2022
No traffic jams.
United Arab Emirates
Vauxhall Astra
October 16, 2022
Everything was of a high quality apart from the shuttle bus driver at Manchester. He was very rude to the passengers shouting and barking instructions to people who were tired and lacking understanding of English. I also complained to the Hertz rental desk.
Ireland
Fiat 500
September 21, 2022
Great service
Philippines
Ford Fiesta
August 24, 2022
Although this is off-airport. It only took 10-15 minutes to get there, and was a significant saving compared to the 'other' rental agencies.
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
July 9, 2022
You should definitely book with them!!
Hungary
Ford Fiesta
April 23, 2022
Went to Nottingham. North Wales, mid Wales and Manchester. Enjoyed Zip World toboggan in N. Wales, GYG Karting was a great surprise and best track, then Altrincham Golf was very good. Only Man U vs Liverpool was a let down
Italy
Fiat 500
November 24, 2021
Everything professional Thanks
United States of America (USA)
Vauxhall Corsa
May 10, 2019
Very professional and courteous staff
Netherlands
Vauxhall Astra
July 9, 2018
good bus service, village easy to find (googlemaps)

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Arnold Clark
9.28 / 10
Lowest rated company
GreenMotion
7.13 / 10
Total number of reviews
17
Total rental companies
15
Average daily price
$50.93
Lowest daily price
$21.76
Total cars available
426

Top 15 Suppliers at Manchester Airport in 2023

Arnold Clark
Exceptional 9.3 / 44 reviews
+441617741888 / +441614377718
Unit 14, Ringway Trading Estate Manchester M22 5LH
$51 - $149
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-16:00
Sun:08:00-16:00
Hertz
Excellent 8.9 / 7 reviews
+4408433093047
Premier Parking, Car Rental Village, Ringway Rd, Manchester M22 5XN
$31 - $55
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Alamo
Excellent 8.9 / 48 reviews
+4401614983300
Car Rental Village Man Airport M22 5WH, United Kingdom
$42 - $157
Enterprise
Excellent 8.9 / 14 reviews
+4401614983300
Car Rental Village Man Airport M22 5WH, United Kingdom
$43 - $170
Europcar
Excellent 8.7 / 13 reviews
+4403713843414
MANCHESTER APT CAR RENTAL VILLAGE
$45 - $52
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
SIXT
Excellent 8.7 / 9 reviews
+442070188246
Ringway Road, Manchester M22 5WH
$42 - $116
Avis
Excellent 8.7 / 3 reviews
+4403445446002
Car Rental Village
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:00
Tue:06:00-22:00
Wed:06:00-22:00
Thu:06:00-22:00
Fri:06:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-16:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Keddy
Excellent 8.7 / 24 reviews
+4403713843414
MANCHESTER APT CAR RENTAL VILLAGE
$33 - $38
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Thrifty
Thrifty
Excellent 8.4
08433093047
Car Rental Village
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Firefly
Firefly
Excellent 8.4
08433093047
CAR RENTAL VILLAGE
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
National
Excellent 8.4 / 2 reviews
+4401614983300
ENTERPRISE RENT A CAR, CAR RENTAL VILLAGE MAN AIRPORT
$49 - $195
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
Interrent
Interrent
Excellent 8.2 / 1 reviews
+441614371615 / +4403713843414
Rental Cabin, Car Rental Village Car Park, Ringway Rd
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:07:00-20:00
Sun:07:00-20:00
Easirent
Very good 7.8 / 228 reviews
+441616360275
Unit 10, Ringway Trading Estate, Shadowmoss Road
$22 - $113
Working hours
Mon:06:00-00:30
Tue:06:00-00:30
Wed:06:00-00:30
Thu:06:00-00:30
Fri:06:00-00:30
Sat:06:00-00:30
Sun:06:00-00:30
Ace Rent a car
Very good 7.5 / 50 reviews
+441614883000 / +448778223872
Manchester International Airport (MAN)
$42 - $179
Working hours
Mon:09:00-17:00
Tue:09:00-17:00
Wed:09:00-17:00
Thu:09:00-17:00
Fri:09:00-17:00
Sat:09:00-17:00
Sun:09:00-17:00
GreenMotion
Very good 7.1 / 62 reviews
+441612600420
Boundary Farm, Styal Rd, Manchester M22 5YA
$32 - $124
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
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