Cheap Rental at Manchester Airport and City Car Hire
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Car Rental from Manchester Airport or Car Hire in Manchester is recommended if you are visiting the city, the county of Lancashire, or traveling anywhere in the North West of England.
Pick up your vehicle at the Car Rental Village and start touring the English Lake District, and the Peak District National Park. Car Hire International provides quotes to find the cheapest car rentals from car hire providers at Manchester Airport Car Rental Village and city centre locations. Amongst them: Enterprise Rent A Car, Alamo, Alamo, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz and Sixt Rent A Car. Use our search facility to compare car rental prices from all the top car rental companies at Manchester Airport. |
We have access to a large selection of rental cars available in Manchester and at the Airport Car Rental Village: Economy, luxury, convertible, SUV's, van rental 9 seater minibus and 7-seater people carriers.
It is a good idea renting a 7- seater to give you that spacious comfortable drive that is essential for your trips exploring the surrounding attractions, the Peak District or the Lakes in Cumbria.
It is a good idea renting a 7- seater to give you that spacious comfortable drive that is essential for your trips exploring the surrounding attractions, the Peak District or the Lakes in Cumbria.
Popular Car Rental Locations in the United Kingdom
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Manchester Airport is located in the south of the city and is the largest airport in the UK outside of London, offering flights to over 200 destinations, split between three terminals. The airport is well-served by public transport and is very easily reached from all parts of Manchester and the Greater Manchester Conurbation via the Motorway system.
It is well signposted, but it is recommended to use Satnav going to the airport or from leaving the Car Rental Village pickup with your vehicle.
Vehicles can also be collected from companies located at Manchester city locations, near the football stadium and the railway station. While doing a comparison search on this website, click on the map option below each search result, which will show the locations that will be most convenient for your intended collection.
It is well signposted, but it is recommended to use Satnav going to the airport or from leaving the Car Rental Village pickup with your vehicle.
Vehicles can also be collected from companies located at Manchester city locations, near the football stadium and the railway station. While doing a comparison search on this website, click on the map option below each search result, which will show the locations that will be most convenient for your intended collection.
Car Hire Companies at Manchester Airport Car Rental Village
The car hire companies represented at Manchester Airport are:
- Avis Car Rental Manchester Airport
- Budget Car Hire
- Europcar Manchester Airport
- Enterprise Rent a Car
- National Car Rental
- Hertz Manchester Airport
- Alamo Manchester Airport
- Sixt Car Rental
It is advisable to book Car Rental at Manchester Airport in advance to save money from plenty of vehicle availability and the benefit of online car rental booking savings.
Don't wait to book last minute upon arrival. There is a definite risk of being disappointed and you will need to pay a higher price for your car rental.
By comparing them all at once at your leisure here at Car Hire International you can be assured of low cost car rental prices. Do a search and secure your vehicle rental for your visit to Manchester now.
What to See and Do in Manchester
Manchester, the capital city of the north-west of England you will find a wonderful variety of things to see, do and experience, whether you are shopping, eating out, enjoying outdoor activities or anything in-between. Manchester has been recently transformed thanks to the investment made for the highly successful hosting of the 2002 Commonwealth Games.
Manchester not only gained a brand new stadium, but also plenty of modern architecture, fantastic shopping facilities, some great hotels and a bustling night life including a thriving student population. All this makes Manchester an exciting city to discover.
Places of interest in Manchester:
Manchester holds galleries, museums, sculpture trails, architecture and glorious countryside to name just a few of the many exciting places to visit. While you are discovering the stories and treasures of all ten districts of Manchester you will enjoy a feast of sightseeing and things to do.
The Lowry:
The Lowrey is undoubtedly one of the most visited galleries in Manchester. The Lowry building has a spectacularly modern design is every bit as fascinating as the varied art collection it holds and hence is a real source of local pride. It is named after the artist LS Lowry and there is a very fine collection of his drawings and paintings on display. The Lowry is also hosts two theatres and various shops, bars and restaurants.
Manchester Art Gallery:
Is a must for art lovers. The gallery has an internationally respected collection of art ranging from the early Dutch and Italian masters, through to the likes of Gainsborough and Constable. There is also a display of decorative art including ancient Roman earthenware to contemporary furniture, providing something for all taste to enjoy.
Manchester United:
One of the most well known football teams in the world. To find out more about this club visit their museum and take part in the guided tour. It is open most days, but there are certain restrictions on match days.
Museum of Science & Industry:
Is where you will discover all the interesting facts about Manchester's role in the industrial revolution and get the chance to see steam engines and locomotives, to modern day aircraft and star gaze in the planetarium.
Urbis is set in a dramatic glass building rising high above the centre of Manchester. An interactive exhibition will lead you on a journey exploring life in different cities around the world. With four cascading exhibition floors to explore you need to allow at least ninety minutes for your visit.
Things to do in Manchester:
In Manchester you will find all the shops you could ever desire and a few more besides. Acting as the Gateway to the North, Manchester also provides a perfect base to explore many of the North’s attractions and is within easy reach of the seaside resort Blackpool, the historic city of Chester and only a few hours’ drive to the Lake District, and the Yorkshire Dales.
Heaton Hall and Park:
This is one of Manchester’s principal parks and is less than four miles from the city centre. Its rolling scenery provides an attractive setting for a wide range of leisure activities which cater for visitors of all ages. It is also plays host to many outdoor events, like summer fun days, theatrical productions, concerts and other major events.
East Lancashire Steam Railway is journey back in time.
Opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with Radcliffe and was a popular passenger and freight route until 1972. The East Lancashire Preservation Society, with assistance from Bury and Rossendale Councils, saw the line reopened in 1991. The traditional station buildings and developments along the tracks have contributed to the Society being presented with a number of environmental awards.
Wigan Pier:
Wigan Pier is situated on the banks of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, and is one of the North Wests favourite visitor attractions. At the heart of the centre is an authentic recreation of life in the 1900s. Here you can witness the Victorian way of life such as life below ground at the coalface and how the famous Lancashire pit brow lasses lived. In the ever-popular Victorian schoolroom you can experience the rigours of a strict Victorian education.
Trafford Centre:
A place where visitors marvel at a whole host of shopping opportunities all conveniently located under one roof, with the added bonus of bar and restaurant facilities and a cinema for relaxation during an exhausting shopping trip.
Food & Drink in Manchester:
Manchester has a global feel and flavours all of its own, and can boast of thirty different nationalities of the finest cuisine. Having restaurants and cafes flying flags from around the world. Manchester offers a mind-boggling range of restaurants, whatever your budget. Ultra-chic or reassuringly traditional, Manchester's restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars offer rest and relaxation for all.
39 Steps:
Is tucked away on South King Street and has quietly been busy making a very successful name for itself over the past 21 years. It specialises in providing an every evolving menu to make the most of the finest seasonal produce.
Le Petit Blanc Brasserie:
Is one of a number of Raymond Blancs popular restaurants and like its sister establishments has a good reputation for serving up quality food in suitably elegant surroundings. The well-priced set menu will not break the bank.
The River Room Marco Pierre White:
Is situated with the very chic and sophisticated Lowry Hotel. Like the hotel the restaurant is highly elegant, as is the food which is widely considered to be some of the very best, if not the best in Manchester, with the added bonus of great views out across the river. This restaurant is both the ideal setting for an important business lunch, or a romantic dinner for two.
The Bulls Head:
Is conveniently located right by the Manchester Piccadilly railway station and describes itself as Your local in the heart of the city. Its a fine example of a good old-fashioned city pub offering an excellent selection of real ales and basic pub food including sandwiches, jacket potatoes and burgers.
Lass O'Gowrie:
Is a particular favourite with real ale fan thanks to a range of ever-changing cask beers on offer as well as boasting its own brewery. It is also a hit with the local student population, who come here to dine on the simple and reasonably priced food such as chilli and lasagne.
Waxy O'Connors:
Is a popular Irish pub and is a labyrinth of different rooms set across four levels. This is not the place for a quiet drink. It is a lively pub with live bands twice a week; as well as showing live sporting events on its big screen. There is a wide choice of both wine and beer and the food comes in the form of dishes as varied as traditional Irish stew, fish and chips and seafood chowder.
Don't forget - see all this city has to offer, reserve your car hire at Manchester airport or Manchester car rental now by doing a price comparison search with us. See our blog post on Tips for visiting Manchester.
Visiting Manchester: More Information
Manchester not only gained a brand new stadium, but also plenty of modern architecture, fantastic shopping facilities, some great hotels and a bustling night life including a thriving student population. All this makes Manchester an exciting city to discover.
Places of interest in Manchester:
Manchester holds galleries, museums, sculpture trails, architecture and glorious countryside to name just a few of the many exciting places to visit. While you are discovering the stories and treasures of all ten districts of Manchester you will enjoy a feast of sightseeing and things to do.
The Lowry:
The Lowrey is undoubtedly one of the most visited galleries in Manchester. The Lowry building has a spectacularly modern design is every bit as fascinating as the varied art collection it holds and hence is a real source of local pride. It is named after the artist LS Lowry and there is a very fine collection of his drawings and paintings on display. The Lowry is also hosts two theatres and various shops, bars and restaurants.
Manchester Art Gallery:
Is a must for art lovers. The gallery has an internationally respected collection of art ranging from the early Dutch and Italian masters, through to the likes of Gainsborough and Constable. There is also a display of decorative art including ancient Roman earthenware to contemporary furniture, providing something for all taste to enjoy.
Manchester United:
One of the most well known football teams in the world. To find out more about this club visit their museum and take part in the guided tour. It is open most days, but there are certain restrictions on match days.
Museum of Science & Industry:
Is where you will discover all the interesting facts about Manchester's role in the industrial revolution and get the chance to see steam engines and locomotives, to modern day aircraft and star gaze in the planetarium.
Urbis is set in a dramatic glass building rising high above the centre of Manchester. An interactive exhibition will lead you on a journey exploring life in different cities around the world. With four cascading exhibition floors to explore you need to allow at least ninety minutes for your visit.
Things to do in Manchester:
In Manchester you will find all the shops you could ever desire and a few more besides. Acting as the Gateway to the North, Manchester also provides a perfect base to explore many of the North’s attractions and is within easy reach of the seaside resort Blackpool, the historic city of Chester and only a few hours’ drive to the Lake District, and the Yorkshire Dales.
Heaton Hall and Park:
This is one of Manchester’s principal parks and is less than four miles from the city centre. Its rolling scenery provides an attractive setting for a wide range of leisure activities which cater for visitors of all ages. It is also plays host to many outdoor events, like summer fun days, theatrical productions, concerts and other major events.
East Lancashire Steam Railway is journey back in time.
Opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with Radcliffe and was a popular passenger and freight route until 1972. The East Lancashire Preservation Society, with assistance from Bury and Rossendale Councils, saw the line reopened in 1991. The traditional station buildings and developments along the tracks have contributed to the Society being presented with a number of environmental awards.
Wigan Pier:
Wigan Pier is situated on the banks of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, and is one of the North Wests favourite visitor attractions. At the heart of the centre is an authentic recreation of life in the 1900s. Here you can witness the Victorian way of life such as life below ground at the coalface and how the famous Lancashire pit brow lasses lived. In the ever-popular Victorian schoolroom you can experience the rigours of a strict Victorian education.
Trafford Centre:
A place where visitors marvel at a whole host of shopping opportunities all conveniently located under one roof, with the added bonus of bar and restaurant facilities and a cinema for relaxation during an exhausting shopping trip.
Food & Drink in Manchester:
Manchester has a global feel and flavours all of its own, and can boast of thirty different nationalities of the finest cuisine. Having restaurants and cafes flying flags from around the world. Manchester offers a mind-boggling range of restaurants, whatever your budget. Ultra-chic or reassuringly traditional, Manchester's restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars offer rest and relaxation for all.
39 Steps:
Is tucked away on South King Street and has quietly been busy making a very successful name for itself over the past 21 years. It specialises in providing an every evolving menu to make the most of the finest seasonal produce.
Le Petit Blanc Brasserie:
Is one of a number of Raymond Blancs popular restaurants and like its sister establishments has a good reputation for serving up quality food in suitably elegant surroundings. The well-priced set menu will not break the bank.
The River Room Marco Pierre White:
Is situated with the very chic and sophisticated Lowry Hotel. Like the hotel the restaurant is highly elegant, as is the food which is widely considered to be some of the very best, if not the best in Manchester, with the added bonus of great views out across the river. This restaurant is both the ideal setting for an important business lunch, or a romantic dinner for two.
The Bulls Head:
Is conveniently located right by the Manchester Piccadilly railway station and describes itself as Your local in the heart of the city. Its a fine example of a good old-fashioned city pub offering an excellent selection of real ales and basic pub food including sandwiches, jacket potatoes and burgers.
Lass O'Gowrie:
Is a particular favourite with real ale fan thanks to a range of ever-changing cask beers on offer as well as boasting its own brewery. It is also a hit with the local student population, who come here to dine on the simple and reasonably priced food such as chilli and lasagne.
Waxy O'Connors:
Is a popular Irish pub and is a labyrinth of different rooms set across four levels. This is not the place for a quiet drink. It is a lively pub with live bands twice a week; as well as showing live sporting events on its big screen. There is a wide choice of both wine and beer and the food comes in the form of dishes as varied as traditional Irish stew, fish and chips and seafood chowder.
Don't forget - see all this city has to offer, reserve your car hire at Manchester airport or Manchester car rental now by doing a price comparison search with us. See our blog post on Tips for visiting Manchester.
Visiting Manchester: More Information