Liverpool is one of the UK's oldest operational Airport's, first thought of as an idea in 1928 with first scheduled flights commencing in 1930 and an 'official' opening ceremony some 3 years later on 1 July 1933.Situated some 7 miles South East of Liverpool City Centre and adjacent to the Mersey Estuary, the Airport location was chosen for three reasons:-

- Close proximity to the City of Liverpool and surrounding conurbation's.
- Ideal geography of the site for aircraft movements.
- Excellent year round weather record (fog free).

During the mid 1990’s some £4 million was subsequently invested in improving and expanding the terminal with new and larger landside and airside passenger lounges and an expanded arrivals hall to cater for growth in passenger throughput. 47% of such developments was funded through the EC Objective One programme.The Airport steadily continued to grow its passenger throughput with tour operator Direct Holidays choosing to fly from Liverpool in 1996 bringing a range of value for money Mediterranean charter flights to the Airport for the first time in many years.

Airport Lounges at Liverpool Airport

It's not much fun sitting in a crowded airport terminal in the height of summer, especially if your flight has been delayed. Treat yourself to the quiet comfort of a lounge normally reserved for business class passengers. Sit back and enjoy complimentary:

Tea/Coffee
Soft drink
Alcoholic beverages
Snacks
Magazines/Newspapers
Flight information

Imaginative
Each lounge is designed using imaginative textures and colours and make use of natural light and natural materials to provide a tranquil environment where you can relax, work, have a drink or just catch up with the news - it's your choice.

Important Information
Disabled access may vary in some locations, please check your individual requirements prior to booking.

Essential Information
Lounges located after Passport Control are not suitable for passengers on domestic flights unless stated otherwise.
For security reasons if you need to leave the lounge, you must take any luggage with you even if you wish to return.
Lounges have a smart casual dress code and expect reasonable behaviour from guests. Lounge staff reserve the right to refuse admission.

Smoking arrangements vary from lounge to lounge.
There is a charge for champagne. Other drinks and snacks are provided free of charge.
Lounge staff may announce your flight but cannot guarantee to do so. All lounges have flight information screens and you are responsible for catching your flight.
You may arrive at the lounge up to 3 hours before your flight time. Entry prior to this time will be at the discretion of the lounge staff.
In lounges which permit children they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please check your airline ticket for advice on check-in times.

As a general guide, passengers flying from Liverpool Airport are advised of the following check-in times:

Domestic flights - 45 minutes to 1 hour before scheduled time of departure
European flights - 1 hour
Holiday charter flights - 2.5 to 3 hours prior to departure.

Travelling from the North / North-East
M6 southbound to junction 21A with M62. Follow M62 West to junction 6 onto the A5300 to the A561 and follow signs to the Airport, which is situated off Speke Hall Avenue.

Travelling from the South / East
M6 northbound to junction 20 with M56. Follow M56 to junction 12 onto A557/A562 dual carriageway via Runcorn Bridge to merge with A561. Follow signs to the Airport, situated off Speke Hall Avenue.

Travelling from the Wirral / North Wales
Passengers travelling from Wirral may find it more convenient at peak times to use the M53 and then the M56 (as instructions from the South / East) rather than a route through the City Centre of Liverpool via the Mersey Tunnels. Passengers travelling from North Wales should join the A55 to connect with the M56 eastbound, and then follow instructions as from the East.

Timing it Right
Planning your pre-flight journey to arrive in plenty of time for check-in and duty-free shopping can help make your flight even more enjoyable. The table below shows examples of car journey times to Liverpool John Lennon Airport.


Town / City Miles Estimated journey time
Birmingham 94 1hr 30 mins
Blackburn 53 1hr
Blackpool 64 1hr 10 mins
Bradford 67 1hr 10 mins
Burnley 53 1hr
Cardiff 194 3hrs
Chester 26 35 mins
Conwy 68 1hr 15 mins
Crewe 43 50 mins
Leeds 72 1hr 15 mins
Lincoln 137 2hrs 20 mins
Llangefni 90 1hr 40 mins
Manchester 34 40 mins
Preston 59 1hr
Shrewsbury 75 1hr 35 mins
Southport 30 50 mins
Stockport 37 45 mins
Stoke-on-Trent 52 55 mins
Telford 95 1hr 30 mins
Warrington 14 25 mins
Windermere 94 1hr 35 mins
Wolverhampton 83 1hr 25 mins
Wrexham 38 45 mins