Q&A

Is Liverpool airport still closed?

Is Liverpool airport still closed?

The airport remains open and flights are continuing to operate to and from destinations, however passengers who have booked flights and are due to travel in the near future should contact their airline for the latest information. See here for the latest Government information.

Is Liverpool airport back to normal?

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is delighted to welcome back passengers, perhaps for the first time in a while, with airline services now operating to a host of destinations.

When did the old Liverpool Airport close?

On 11 December 2019, Mike Gordon’s Bombardier Global 6000 private jet over ran the runway. This caused the airport to close for 18 hours, and flights were either cancelled or diverted to Manchester Airport.

Does Liverpool have an international airport?

Liverpool John Lennon International Airport (JLA), formerly known as Speke Airport, is the tenth busiest airport in the UK. Located in the city of Liverpool in the north-west, the airport was officially opened in 1933. It was renamed in 2002 after John Lennon who was a peace activist and musician.

How early should I get to Liverpool Airport?

Liverpool John Lennon Airport recommends passengers arrive at least 2 hours before the scheduled departure time of your flight. All passengers are reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure they arrive at the Departure Gate at the published boarding time as stipulated by their airline.

Is Liverpool airport open all night?

The airport is open 24 hours.

Are there long queues at Liverpool airport?

Whilst the time taken to check-in should be no different than usual, social distancing may create longer queues, however there is ample space within the terminal check-in area, with overflow areas available should larger volumes of passengers need to check-in at the same time.

What is Liverpool airport called?

Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) is one of the UK’s longest established operational Airports having been officially opened on 1st July 1933. LJLA is situated seven miles South East of Liverpool City Centre and adjacent to the River Mersey.

Is Liverpool airport open 24 hours?

Airport Hours The airport is open 24 hours.

What is Liverpool airport bus?

Liverpool Airport is connected to the centre of Liverpool with shuttle bus AirLink 500. Bus runs to Liverpool One Bus Station every 30 minutes from 04:33 until 22:27 (from the airport). Bus also stop a few other place in Liverpool as well as in the suburbs St Helens, Widnes, Prescot and Runcorn. .

How long does security take at Liverpool airport?

Liverpool John Lennon Airport recommends passengers arrive a minimum of 2 hours before departure to allow sufficient time to check-in, pass through airport security and to take advantage of the many new passenger facilities now available in the departure lounge.

Can you smoke in Liverpool Airport?

Following numerous requests and passenger feedback we have recently opened an outdoor smoking area in the departure lounge which is accessed from the lower level, past the Kissing Gate Bar & Restaurant and is clearly signposted.