Airport fast track: Every UK airport with fast track, how much it costs and the benefits
AIRPORT queues have struck the likes of Manchester and Heathrow Airports in recent days. How can passengers get access to fast track and how much does it cost?
Manchester Airport: Staff shortages causing huge delays
British holidaymakers have criticised the "chaos" at Manchester Airport after staff shortages meant huge queues at security, leaving many travellers missing their flights. In fact, such shortages have started to impact other airports and travel experts suggest booking fast track access to avoid long queues for check-in and security.
A Manchester airport spokesperson said: "Our whole industry is facing staff shortages and recruitment challenges at present, after the most damaging two years in its history.
"The removal of all travel restrictions after two years, coupled with the start of the summer travel season, has seen a rapid increase in passenger numbers, which is putting an enormous strain on our operation."
Several airports across the UK offer fast track options for passengers, which typically covers airport security, allowing passengers to speedily get through the process and spend more time relaxing, eating and shopping in the departures terminal. However, in some cases, fast track options are resaved only for passengers holding First or Business class tickets
In others, any passengers can enjoy fast track perks, but it comes with an added price tag.
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Which UK airports offer fast track services?
London Heathrow T2, T3, T4, T5
There is a security fast track lane but this can not currently be pre-purchased. Passengers travelling in certain classes may be offered fast track as part of their ticket.
London Gatwick Airport
There is a security fast track lane with prices starting from £5.
London Stansted Airport
The fast track lane at Stansted starts at £7
London Luton Airport
Security fast track lane is £5 if booked online, or £6 via an airport kiosk.
London Southend Airport
Security fast track lane prices start from £5 at Southend Airport.
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Manchester Airport
The fast track for Manchester Airport starts at £4.
Newcastle Airport
Prices for the fast track at Newcastle airport vary from £4 if booked online, or £5 if booked at the airport.
Liverpool Airport
The security fast track lane at Liverpool Airport starts at £4.00 online or £5.00 when purchased at the airport.
Leeds Bradford Airport
Prices for fast track start from £5.
Birmingham Airport
If pre-booked online, fast track prices start at £4.
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East Midlands Airport
Security fas track prices start from £5
Southampton Airport
Access to the security fast track lane can be purchased for £4 online.
Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport offers fast track access for £4.95 online or from £6.00 at the airport.
Edinburgh Airport
Security fast track access can be purchased for £6.
Glasgow Airport
Security fast track recently opened at Glasgow, with passengers able to book for £5.99.
Aberdeen Airport
Aberdeen offers a security fast track for £4.