Manchester airport (MHT)

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (IATA code: MHT), opened on June 7, 1927, is the premier airport in the state of New Hampshire and a convenient alternative in the New England region to greater Boston air traffic. It primarily operates domestic flights connecting passengers to major east coast and midwestern hubs and leisure destinations across the United States.

Official Website: flymanchester.com

Telephone: +1 603 624 6539 / Airport Communications Center: +1 603 628 6019

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Terminals

The airport operates through a single passenger terminal building laid out over three levels. Level 1 (Ground Floor) houses airline check-in counters, baggage claim carousels, car rental facilities, and ground transportation access. Level 2 (Concourse) accommodates the TSA security screening checkpoint, departure gates 1 through 15, dining, shops, and the enclosed pedestrian bridge connecting to the parking garage. Level 3 features a public observation deck overlooking the runways. The terminal building remains open 24 hours a day.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 1.38 million passengers.

Information Desks

An airport information booth is situated on the ground floor opposite baggage carousels 3 to 5, complemented by interactive digital information kiosks positioned across Level 1.

 Location

The airport is located 5 km (3 miles) south of Manchester's central business district in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, and approximately 80 km (50 miles) north of downtown Boston, Massachusetts.

What services does Manchester airport (MHT) offer?

The terminal building provides a range of amenities distributed across both levels for traveling passengers.

Banking and Connectivity

• ATMs: Cash dispensers are available on Level 1 (pre-security public hall) and on Level 2 (post-security concourse).
• Currency Exchange: Not available. Because the airport exclusively processes domestic passenger flights, foreign exchange desks and bureaux de change are not provided.
• Wi-Fi: High-speed wireless internet access is available free of charge throughout the entire terminal complex.
• Business Facility: Located on Level 2 between gates 4 and 5, the Primary Bank Business Center offers dedicated workstation seating and business amenities open daily from 5:00 am to 7:00 pm for authorized Primary Bank account holders.

Dining and Food

Before security, options include Starbucks on Level 1 and Dunkin' Donuts on Level 2. Beyond the TSA checkpoint, the concourse features full dining and grab-and-go eateries opening from 5:00 to 5:30 am, including Shipyard Pub, Sam Adams Brewhouse, Burger King, The Local @ MHT, and the Rustic Market food market. Snack and beverage vending machines operate 24 hours on both levels.

Shopping

Hudson News stores positioned both pre-security and along the post-security concourse carry newspapers, magazines, books, travel accessories, local souvenirs, spirits, and confectionery. The airport has no Duty-Free stores.

Baggage Services

Luggage carts are available in the baggage claim area and parking garage. For items misplaced inside general airport facilities, contact the Airport Communications Center at +1 603 628 6019. For baggage delayed or damaged during flights, individual airline baggage offices are located adjacent to the claim carousels. The airport does not offer luggage storage or lockers due to federal safety regulations.

Family and Nursing Facilities

The airport features 4 accessible family restrooms (two on the ground floor pre-security and two on the concourse level) as well as a private dedicated nursing room located on Level 2.

Car rental agencies

Car rental company counters operate from the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, located on the ground floor of the parking garage structure directly across the roadway from the terminal, accessible on foot at street level or via the enclosed pedestrian walkway on Level 2.

On-Site Rental Agencies

• Alamo: Rental counter at the consolidated facility.
• Avis: Open Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 1:00 am, Saturday from 7:30 am to 11:30 pm, and Sunday from 7:30 am to 1:00 am.
• Budget: Open matching desk operational hours.
• Dollar: Open daily from 7:00 am to 1:00 am.
• Enterprise: Open daily from 7:00 am to 1:00 am.
• Hertz: Extended service from 6:30 am to 1:30 am.
• National: Open daily from 7:00 am to 1:00 am.
• Thrifty: Open daily from 7:00 am to 1:00 am.

Parking services at Manchester airport (MHT)

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport offers short- and long-term parking facilities directly adjacent to the passenger building. Parking information hotline: +1 603 641 5444. Official parking rates

Parking Facilities

• Parking Garage: Multi-level covered garage structure connected to Level 2 of the terminal by an enclosed, climate-controlled pedestrian skywalk (clearance height: 8 ft / 2.43 m). Rate: USD 3.00 per 30 minutes up to a consolidated daily maximum of USD 14.00/day for long-term parking.
• Lot A (Short-Term / Hourly): Uncovered surface lot situated directly in front of the main terminal (clearance height: 6 ft 9 in / 2.05 m). Rate: USD 3.00 per 30 minutes with a daily maximum of USD 24.00/day. Features dedicated electric vehicle charging stalls.
• Lot C and Lot D: Surface long-term parking lots are temporarily closed; extended parking has been consolidated into the parking garage at the discounted USD 14.00 daily rate.
• Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area for motorists meeting arriving travelers (maximum stay: 1 hour; unattended vehicles are prohibited).

Complimentary Parking Services

Parking management provides free courtesy vehicle assistance including battery jump starts, lost car searches, and snow removal brushes during winter months.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

The airport terminal provides comprehensive accessibility features for passengers with reduced mobility or special requirements.

Special Assistance Requests

Wheelchair services and personal boarding assistance should be arranged directly through your ticketing airline at the time of booking or upon arrival at the check-in desk. For specialized TSA screening coordination, passengers can contact the federal TSA Cares line at +1 855 787 2227 at least 72 hours before departure.

Terminal Accessibility Infrastructure

Facilities incorporate access ramps, multi-level elevators, ADA-compliant accessible restrooms, level covered skywalks, and reserved accessible parking spaces located adjacent to terminal accessways.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme

Manchester-Boston Regional Airport participates in the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. Travelers with non-visible disabilities can wear a sunflower lanyard to discreetly inform airport personnel and security screening officers that they may need extra time or assistance.

Visual Navigation Support

Through the Aira Explorer service, blind and low-vision travelers can connect free of charge via their smartphones to trained remote visual interpreters for real-time guidance anywhere within the terminal.

Service Animal Relief Areas

Two dedicated pet relief zones are available: one located outdoors on the ground level prior to security, and an indoor post-security relief area situated near Gate 6.