Manchester (EGCC) โ Manchester, United Kingdom
Manchester (EGCC/MAN) serves Manchester, United Kingdom. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05L/23R, 05R/23L). Field elevation is 257 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community โ contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: EGCC
- Name: Manchester
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 53.349377
- Longitude: -2.279521
- Elevation: 257 ft
- Country: United Kingdom
- Municipality: Manchester
- IATA Code: MAN
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Distance from City: 14.6 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 05L/23R
- Designation: 05L/23R
- Dimensions: 10000 X 148
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIB, RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 05R/23L
- Designation: 05R/23L
- Dimensions: 10007 X 148
- Surface: CON
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT II, RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.625, 119.400 MHz
- Ground: 121.850 MHz
- Operations: 135.000 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 121.700 MHz
- ATIS: 128.175 MHz
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: N/A
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: http://www.manchesterairport.co.uk/
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: Weight-based, approx GBP 6-10 per tonne MTOW
- Parking Fee: GBP 0.40-0.70 per tonne per hour
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: GBP
- Remarks: Level 3 slot coordinated. Noise and emissions surcharges apply. MAG published tariff.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Air BP and other suppliers. Hydrant system on main apron.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: Yes
- Remarks: UK Border Force on-site 24h. GAR required for GA arrivals from outside UK/CTA.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: 24h operation but night noise quota system 23:30-06:00. Preferential runway use and noise abatement procedures. Chapter 3 High or better for night operations.
Alternates
EGGP
- ICAO: EGGP
- Name: Liverpool
- Distance (NM): 20.5
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.
EGNH
- ICAO: EGNH
- Name: Blackpool
- Distance (NM): 36.8
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.
EGNM
- ICAO: EGNM
- Name: Leeds Bradford
- Distance (NM): 38.1
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.
EGNX
- ICAO: EGNX
- Name: East Midlands
- Distance (NM): 46.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: GAR (General Aviation Report) required for all international flights. eAPIS/API submission required. UK Border Force present at major airports; advance notification required for GA arrivals.
EGBB
- ICAO: EGBB
- Name: Birmingham
- Distance (NM): 57.1
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: UK Border Force on-site. GAR required for GA flights from outside UK/CTA.
Airport Services
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United Kingdom Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A
- Landing Lead Time: 3 working days (ad hoc charter); 5 working days (experimental/non-standard); longer for first-time applicants
Private flights generally exempt from permit requirements. PPR may be needed at some airports.
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Airport History
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at EGCC?
- The tower frequency at Manchester is 118.625, 119.4 MHz.
- What fuel is available at EGCC?
- Manchester offers Jet A-1.
- Does EGCC require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Manchester (United Kingdom).
- Where is EGCC located?
- Manchester (EGCC) is located in Manchester, United Kingdom.
- What is the IATA code for EGCC?
- The IATA code for Manchester is MAN.
- How long is the runway at EGCC?
- The main runway at Manchester (05L/23R) measures 10000 X 148.
- Does EGCC have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Manchester has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 05L/23R, 05R/23L.
- Is EGCC a port of entry?
- Yes, Manchester is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.