Manchester Airport will close two terminals due to a 'significant fall' in passenger numbers amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Terminal Two and Terminal Three will close from Wednesday, March 25 until further notice.

All flights due to depart from these terminals will now do so from Terminal One.

Passengers due to return via either of the terminals will go through Terminal One.

Airport bosses confirmed anyone needing to collect a vehicle from one of Manchester Airport's car park will receive assistance to do so.

The Manchester Evening News understands that due to staffing plans already in place, the announcement will not have a direct impact on workers.

The announcement comes days after the UK government issued travel advice not to fly to European destinations for 30 days.

Dozens of countries across the globe have also heavily restricted the movement of citizens and holidaymakers.

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Virgin Atlantic, Easyjet, Ryanair and TUI are just some of the UK's major airlines to announce thousands of cancellations.

As a result, Manchester Airport say they have seen a major reduction of departing and arriving flights.

A spokesperson for the airport confirmed they would now be working towards operating a single terminal for remaining flights.

In a statement they said: “Like all airports across the world, Manchester Airport has experienced a significant fall in passenger volumes as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Given this reduction in departing and arriving flights, and the likelihood traffic will decline further, we have taken the decision to work towards operating from a single terminal.

“This will happen on Wednesday 25th March and all flights that were due to depart from Terminal Two and Terminal Three, will now do so from Terminal One.

"This means passengers should check-in and pass through security in Terminal One from this date.

"Anyone due to return to Manchester Airport will arrive into Terminal One, regardless of the Terminal they originally departed from. Those due to collect passengers from the Airport should also be aware of this change.

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"In some instances, where people find themselves returning to a different Terminal from which they departed, and have a vehicle in one of Manchester Airport’s car parks, we will make the necessary arrangements for these customers to collect their vehicles and will be in touch with them in due course to explain how this will work.

“Anyone who has booked car parking or lounge access for Terminals Two or Three, and will be travelling on or after 25th March will be able to transfer their booking to Terminal One.

“Those who have booked directly with us will be contacted proactively by email at the appropriate time. Those who have booked through a third party should contact the agent they used.

“Throughout this transition, we will have colleagues on hand to help passengers and will have extra wayfinding in place to guide people to the right places.

“More information on the change in terminals can be found on our website, or passengers can follow our social media channels for the latest advice and help.

“We would like to thank our customers for their understanding, and would also like to place on record our thanks to our colleagues, who have shown huge dedication and professionalism during this challenging time.”