Manchester JetParks 3

Manchester JetParks 3 is an official budget self-parking option with free shuttle buses to Terminals 2 and 3. Park in any available bay, keep your keys and take the bus to the airport. Transfers run every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day, and normally take around 6–10 minutes.

JetParks 3 is designed for passengers prioritising price over walking distance. You retain control of the vehicle, but need to find a space, remember where you parked and allow time for the bus in both directions.

Why choose JetParks 3?

• Official budget parking: one of Manchester Airport’s lower-priced options for longer trips.
• Keep your keys: the car remains in the space you selected.
• Both terminals: shuttle buses serve Terminals 2 and 3.
• 24-hour transfers: buses run approximately every 15 minutes.
• Park Mark security: CCTV, perimeter fencing, controlled entry and regular patrols.

How does JetParks 3 compare with JetParks 1?

Both are official self-parking products with 24-hour buses, ANPR entry and no key handover. JetParks 1 has a shorter transfer of around five minutes but its shuttle serves Terminal 2 only. JetParks 3 takes slightly longer but serves both Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.

Terminal 2 passengers should compare the prices of both car parks and may prefer JetParks 1 for the shorter journey. JetParks 3 is the appropriate choice of the two when flying from Terminal 3.

How does JetParks 3 compare with Drop & Go?

With JetParks 3, you find a space and keep your keys. At Drop & Go, you leave the vehicle in an arrival bay, hand over the keys and airport staff park it. Drop & Go is approximately a five-minute walk from Terminal 3, while Terminal 2 passengers use a short shuttle.

Choose JetParks 3 if keeping your keys and securing a lower price matter most. Choose Drop & Go if you would rather avoid searching for a space or carrying luggage from a distant bay.

How does JetParks 3 compare with Multi-Storey Parking?

Manchester’s terminal-specific Multi-Storey car parks let you park yourself, keep your keys and walk to check-in in approximately 1–8 minutes without using a bus. JetParks 3 is farther away and requires a transfer but is positioned as the airport’s budget option.

Choose Multi-Storey when the shortest route to check-in justifies the price difference. JetParks 3 is generally better suited to longer trips where reducing the parking cost is the priority.

Important things to know

JetParks must be booked in advance. Enter the correct registration so the ANPR barrier can recognise the car, and use the intercom if it does not open rather than requesting a token. Make a note of your parking zone and nearest bus stop before leaving. The maximum vehicle height is 2.2 metres and trailers are not accepted. Blue Badge bays are available on a first-come, first-served basis and the shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible. Terminal 1 is now closed, although some older directions and booking documents may still refer to it.

Security

The car park offers perimeter fencing, entry and exit barriers, CCTV and regular staff patrols. It has been awarded the Park Mark accreditation.

Disabled facilities

There are disabled bays available in every car park and the transfer buses are wheelchair-friendly.

Directions

If you are using sat nav, the JetParks 3 postcode is M22 5GX.

Please check your confirmation email for full details.

- Exit the M56 at Junction 5 and follow signs for T1 and T3

- At the traffic lights, use the Left lanes for T3, Wilmslow and Wythenshawe.

- At the next set of traffic lights, continue past the business park on your left.

- At the next junction (for T3) keep left, following signs for Wilmslow and Heald Green.

- Continue along Ringway Road West. The road will merge into the new Manchester Airport Relief Road. As you approach the traffic lights at the end of the road, keep right.

- At the traffic lights, turn right towards Wilmslow and Styal and immediately right again onto the access road for JetParks 3 and JetParks Plus.

- Follow signs for JetParks 3 until you reach the car park barrier.

Please note: there are currently roadworks at and around the airport, and some road layouts have changed. Please follow airport signage.

- Signposts for JetParks 3 may read JP3

Arrival procedure

Please check your confirmation email for details.

- Your car reg is read by the ANPR camera at the barrier and it will automatically rise (please do not press for a token).

- If the barrier does not rise automatically, please press the intercom where you will be asked to quote your booking reference and booking details to validate your booking prior to gaining entry to the car park.

Return procedure

Please check your confirmation email for details.

On your return, please drive to the exit barrier. If it doesn't lift automatically, press the help button for assistance.

Insurance

Parking is at the vehicle owner's own risk, subject to the car parks printed terms and conditions.

Additional information

- Please note: This booking only allows you to park in Jet Parks car park 3.

-This car park is a self-park facility where you park your own vehicle and retain your keys.

- There is a height restriction of 2.2 metres (7ft 2in). Trailers are not permitted.

- All drivers are urged to check travel conditions before setting out on journeys.