Renting a car from Manchester Airport gives you the freedom to explore Manchester, the scenic Peak District, the Lake District, and the entire North of England at your own leisure. The airport hosts a dedicated Car Rental Village where all major hire companies are conveniently located together.

The Car Rental Village

All on-site car rental companies are based in a single, purpose-built Car Rental Village. This makes the process of collecting and returning your vehicle straightforward, regardless of which company you book with.

Location: Located near the airport grounds (not in terminals)
Access: Free, dedicated shuttle bus from all terminals
Shuttle Frequency: Every 10 minutes, 24/7

How to get to the Car Rental Village

After you exit the arrivals hall in any terminal, follow the signs for the Car Rental Village shuttle bus. The bus stops are located just outside each terminal building. The journey to the village is short, usually taking less than 5 minutes.

Car Rental Companies at MAN

Manchester Airport is served by a wide range of trusted international and UK car hire brands.

  • Alamo
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • National
  • Sixt

Rental Requirements in the UK

To hire a car in the UK, you will need to provide the following:

  • Valid Driving Licence: A full licence from your country of residence, held for at least one year. An International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required for non-roman alphabet licences.
  • Passport or National ID: For identity verification.
  • Credit Card: A credit card in the main driver's name is essential for the security deposit.
  • DVLA Code (for UK Licence Holders): UK drivers may need to provide a DVLA check code to share their driving record.

    • Booking and Driving Tips

    Car Hire Advice

    • Book in Advance: Booking online before you travel almost always guarantees a better price than renting on arrival.
    • Check for Excess Insurance: Consider purchasing separate car hire excess insurance online before your trip. It's often much cheaper than the policies offered at the rental desk.
    • Choose the Right Car: If you plan on driving in cities, a smaller car is easier to park. For long motorway journeys or countryside exploring, a larger car will be more comfortable.
    • Remember to Drive on the Left: For international visitors, this is the most important rule to remember on UK roads.

    For detailed information on navigating the local road network, please see our Driving to the Airport guide.