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aether

aether is Manchester Airport's private terminal: private security, passport control, and a chauffeured BMW to the aircraft. Anyone can book it, on any airline, from £99 a person.

Any personYesAny airlineYesAny classYes
Who it's forAnyone, any airline
The transferA chauffeur-driven BMW to the aircraft, about an hour before departure.
PriceFrom £199 per person
Worth knowingIt opened as PremiAir in 2019 and returned as aether in November 2024, with dining by the chef Adam Reid.
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Questions

Who can use aether?

Anyone flying to or from Manchester, on any airline, in any cabin.

How much does it cost?

From £99 a person with hand baggage only; £199 with checked bags included.

Can it check my bags?

Only on partner airlines, among them BA, Emirates, Virgin Atlantic and Turkish. Otherwise travel with hand baggage.

How early should I arrive?

Up to three hours before departure; no later than two if you have checked bags.

By Planeside · Last verified 24 July 2026

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