You'll find three terminals in Manchester Airport – Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. Ryanair desks are located in Terminal 3. The flight time for flights to Lisbon from Manchester is around 2 hours 45 minutes.

As of late 2024 and continuing into 2026, Ryanair has shifted its operations at Manchester Airport to a unique dual-terminal setup during a transition period. Currently, if you are flying with Ryanair, you should head to Terminal 1, Departures A for your check-in and security screening. Manchester Airport implemented this change to utilize newer security lanes and infrastructure. After you clear security in Terminal 1, you will follow a clearly marked internal walkway that leads you directly into the Terminal 3 departure lounge, where your actual flight gate will be located. This can be confusing for travelers because while your gate is in Terminal 3, you cannot enter through the old Terminal 3 entrance for check-in. It is vital to arrive at Terminal 1 to start your journey. For arriving passengers, all Ryanair flights still land and process through Terminal 3 arrivals. This arrangement is part of a broader airport transformation project, so always keep an eye on the digital signage and your boarding pass for any last-minute gate changes within the Terminal 3 complex.