Emirates reveals new £10 million Manchester Airport lounge

Airline, Emirates, has revealed the full details of its new £10 million Lounge at Terminal 2 of Manchester Airport, the first of its kind in the UK.

Now open to customers flying with the airline, the £10 million investment combines contemporary interiors, ‘Made in Manchester’ dining, integrated technology, and wellness-focused amenities.

The investment further strengthens Emirates’ long-standing presence in the region, with the airline currently operating three daily A380 services from Manchester to Dubai, connecting travellers from across the North West to destinations across its global network.

Mohammad Mattar, Divisional Senior Vice President, Airport Services at Emirates said:

“Manchester is an important gateway in our global network, and the scale of our investment here reflects our long-term commitment to the region. Our new signature lounge concept raises the bar for premium airport lounges, bringing together the hospitality, innovation and attention to detail that define the Emirates experience at every stage of the journey.”

The Emirates Lounge features more than 50 design enhancements and is artfully arranged into dedicated zones for relaxation, work, socialising and dining. Additional facilities include upgraded shower suites with VOYA toiletries, a Quiet Zone featuring soft lighting and sleep amenities, private spaces and prayer rooms.

When it comes to boarding, customers can enjoy a seamless experience, as Emirates is the only airline at Manchester Airport to offer direct boarding from the lounge to the aircraft.

At the heart of the lounge, drinks and dining – all included as part of lounge access – have been reimagined around culinary theatre and live cooking. A dedicated mixologist serves locally inspired cocktails and mocktails, including the signature Made in Manchester, combining Vimto Summer, grenadine, lemonade and fresh strawberry.

A Made in Manchester food menu also spotlights local flavours and suppliers, with dishes including Fleetwood marinated king prawns, oven-baked Fleetwood sea bream and Wigan meat and potato pie. Other regional specialities include Shetland kippers with crumpets and poached egg, Lancashire smoked trout and Cheshire cheeses.

Stephen Turner, Chief Commercial Officer at Manchester Airport, said:

“We’re proud to connect passengers from across the North with the world, providing them with a best-in-class experience when they travel through our airport, and flying the flag for our region.

“Emirates shares those values with us and this new lounge is testament to that, with its luxurious design, innovative features like direct boarding, and its Manchester-inspired menu showcasing local cuisine and suppliers. It’s exciting to see it open, and with our £1.5bn transformation of Terminal 2 now all but complete, Emirates passengers can expect a world-class experience from the moment they arrive to the moment they board.”

Located in Terminal 2, the lounge is open up to four hours before flight departures and is available on a complimentary basis to First Class and Business Class customers, as well as Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members, including those travelling in Premium Economy and Economy Class. Emirates customers who do not fall into one of these categories can also purchase lounge access on arrival.