Is Manchester Airport open now? Is the airport affected by snow after closing over weekend - latest updates after passengers 'stuck' on planes

Manchester Airport posted an update yesterday morning (Tuesday 7 January) after it was forced to close for the second time on Monday morning (6 January) due to heavy snow. The airport re-opened yesterday but it warned of continued flight delays.

The airport said on X, formerly Twitter: “Our runways remain open, but some arrivals and departures may still be subject to delays as a result of the earlier closure due to heavy snow in the early hours of this morning. Passengers due to travel today are advised to check with their airlines for the latest information regarding their flights.

“We also recommend all passengers should plan their travel to the airport, allow extra time, make sure they are dressed for the weather and pack supplies for their journey, including snacks and a phone charger. The safety of our passengers is always our top priority and we thank you for your patience, and all our teams for their hard work in getting our runways open again”.

On Monday passengers reported that they were stuck on planes after the airport had closed. One person wrote: “And why are we still boarding? Got the announcement just when boarding started. Now we are stuck in the plane until 10 at least?!”.

The person added: “Captain said should be ok by 7am. Man airport staff seems to be hopeful and we can see them working hard outside. Fingers crossed”.

While another user said: “My wife on her way to Munich in Lufthansa been told will be 7 as well, her flight was due to go 6:25, they are sitting at the gate.” A third wrote: “I'm sat on one of your planes and there isn't, and hasn't been, any heavy snow. There is about half an inch of sludge on the ground. There are cars speeding all over the runway ffs.“

Manchester Airport is open today (Wednesday 8 January) and is operating as normal. There appears to be no disruption to departing or arriving flights.