Travelling with Checked Baggage
When departing from Manchester Airport with a participating airline, you can check your baggage directly at aether. From baggage drop to private security, curated dining and a chauffeur-driven transfer across the airfield to your gate, every step of your journey is seamless.
Participating Airlines
If you are departing from Manchester Airport with one of our participating airlines, you can check your baggage directly at aether, enjoying the full experience from the moment you arrive.
We’re continuing to add to this group, bringing effortless departures to more travellers. If your airline isn’t listed, you may still be able to travel with checked luggage by using Twilight Bag Drop or our Inclusive Checked Baggage - Main Terminal product.
If you are arriving into Manchester, you can use aether with checked baggage regardless of your airline.
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Packages for Travelling with Checked Baggage
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Inclusive - Checked Bags
If you’re travelling with checked luggage, this is the smoothest way to begin your journey. Our Inclusive package gives you access to the full aether experience, with every detail taken care of — including checked baggage handling. Suitable for passengers departing with checked bags on our partner airlines
Access to aether lounge
Access to aether terminal private security
Chauffeur-driven car to gate
Dining experience by Adam Reid
Inclusive alcoholic and soft drinks
Arrive up to 3 hrs before departure or from 4am
Must arrive at least 2 hrs before departure
Limited lounge capacity for added privacy
