EasyJet will move its Manchester Airport operations from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 later this year, as part of the airport’s £1.3 billion transformation programme.
The move is expected to take place on Wednesday 19 November 2025, according to industry sources, though the airport has yet to formally confirm the date.
Manchester Airport is gradually relocating airlines to its expanded Terminal 2, which is being developed to handle around 70% of all passengers once complete. The transition aims to streamline check-in, security and boarding facilities, while eventually allowing Terminal 1 to be retired.
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What passengers and drivers need to know
- Check your terminal: easyJet flights currently depart from Terminal 1, but will soon move to Terminal 2. Travellers should verify their departure terminal before arriving at the airport.
- Pick-ups and drop-offs: Private hire and taxi drivers will need to adjust routes and timings once the move takes effect. Terminal 2 is accessed via a separate drop-off area and can add extra time for collections if using car parks near T1 or T3.
- Parking and lounges: Passengers with parking or lounge bookings for Terminal 1 should contact Manchester Airport to amend reservations once the move is confirmed.
- Traffic flow: Expect temporary congestion and driver confusion during the first days of the transition as signage and navigation apps update.
Why the move is happening
The relocation forms part of the ongoing Manchester Airport Transformation Programme, an extensive redevelopment designed to modernise facilities and improve passenger experience. Terminal 2 has already been expanded with new check-in halls, security lanes and boarding gates.
Other airlines — including Jet2, TUI and Singapore Airlines — already operate from T2, and easyJet’s move will further consolidate the airport’s operations under one roof.
For the UK taxi and private hire trade
For operators serving Manchester Airport, it’s important to:
- Double-check terminal details before dispatching jobs.
- Allow additional waiting time for collections during the transition.
- Update internal systems or customer messages to reflect the new terminal.
- Monitor the airport’s live terminal information for any last-minute schedule adjustments.
Manchester Airport advises all passengers to check directly with their airline for the latest information before travelling.
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