Manchester drop-off charge
Dropping off at Manchester costs £5 for up to 5 minutes, £6.40 up to 10 minutes, £25 up to 30 minutes.
- Penalty if unpaid: £100
- Free alternative: JetParks 1 free drop-off (30 min)
- Pay by: Midnight the day after you use the Drop Off Zone
The free alternative: JetParks 1 free drop-off
How long will you stop?
£6.40
- JetParks 1 free drop-off is free for 30 minutes.
If you don't pay
Penalty: £100. £100 Parking Charge for overstaying the 30-minute maximum or non-payment, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days (plus debt-recovery fee of up to £70) Payment deadline: Midnight the day after you use the Drop Off Zone.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the drop-off charge at Manchester?
£5 for up to 5 minutes, £6.40 up to 10 minutes, £25 up to 30 minutes
Can I pay the Manchester drop-off charge after I leave?
Yes — pay by Midnight the day after you use the Drop Off Zone. £100 Parking Charge for overstaying the 30-minute maximum or non-payment, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days (plus debt-recovery fee of up to £70)
Are Blue Badge holders exempt from the Manchester drop-off fee?
The Drop Off Zone is free of charge where the passenger being dropped off holds a valid Blue Badge; the passenger must show the badge to a traffic marshal on entry (driver's badge does not qualify)
How do I avoid the Manchester drop-off fee?
Use the JetParks 1 free drop-off — free for 30 minutes. Free drop-off area a little further from the terminals, with a free shuttle bus running 24/7 (journey takes a few minutes)
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Sources & method
- Official Manchester drop-off page — verified 2026-06-10
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