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Manchester

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Gateway Information

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

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Opening hours:

Customer service:

 

Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 18:30 (GMT)

Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00 (GMT)

Sunday: Closed

 

 

Customer Relations:

 

Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 23:00 

Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00 

Sunday: Closed

Quotes and bookings

General, Fresh and Pharma bookings

 

Click here to book online

E: welovecargo@fly.virgin.com

 

 

Quotes and bookings

 

T: +44 3442098300  - Option 1

E: welovecargo@fly.virgin.com

 

 

Express or Priority

 

T: +44 3442098303

E: welovecargo@fly.virgin.com

 

 

Courier Express shipment

 

T: +44 2087075444

E: welovecargo@fly.virgin.com

General enquiries

Post flight enquiries

 

T: 0344 209 8300 - Option 2

E: welovecargo@fly.virgin.com

 

 

Customer Relations

 

T: 0344 209 8300

E: Customer.Relations-cargo@fly.virgin.com

Product Information

General

Our station offers everything you need to transport your General Cargo. From machinery parts to consolidated goods, your cargo is in expert hands. 

Simply click here to learn more about General.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Courier

Effeciently move your courier material and ecommerce with our shorter close out times and express handling across our network. 

Simply click here to learn more about Courier.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Fresh

We're dedicated to keeping your goods fresh for delivery through our expansive network and temperature-controlled capabilities, perfect for your perishable products. 

Simply click here to learn more about Fresh.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Our capabilities

COL Storage is available upon request and availability, temperature of our storage ranges from 2 to 8 degrees. We’re able to separate pharma from perishables. 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Pharma

Offering you end-to-end compliance and assurance through our accredited operations. Throughout our network we have implemented GDP certified processes to maintain the integrity of pharmacetical and life-science goods.

Simply click here to learn more about Pharma.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Our capabilities

COL Storage is available upon request and availability, temperature of our storage ranges from 2 to 8 degrees. We’re able to separate pharma from perishables. 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Valuable

When it's precious and needs that extra security, we never take our eyes off your shipment. Our trained team and secure processes will give you peace of mind when transporting your valuable shipments. 

Simply click here to learn more about Valuable.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Vulnerable

Offering discrete handling and monitored transportation you can be confident that your cargo will arrive on time and in the perfect condition.

Simply click here to learn more about Vulnerable.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Cars

Wanting to race your car around the world or preparing for a brand new launch? We're here to make it happen. 

Through our years of experience, our operation runs like a well-oiled machine to provide you a seamless journey without adding a mile to the clock. 

Simply click here to learn more about Cars.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A

Mail

Exactly what it says on the envelope - our Mail product offers the simplest way to transport your post. Send letters, packages and ecommerce around the world through our extensive and reliable network, seamlessly.

Simply click here to learn more about Mail.

 

Handling agent: Dnata

Hours of operation: 24 hours daily

 

Facility address: 

Dnata City North,

2 Pinfold lane,

Manchester Airport,

M90 5YF

 

Contact information:

Exports/Imports:  +44 1614352300 / +44 1614352304

 

VS operations contact info:

darren.michael@fly.virgin.com

 

Tell us what you think

Your feedback is valuable and we’re keen to make sure you have access to all the information you need at your fingertips. Please take a moment to share your thoughts on this quick 2-minute survey.

Close out times

The below close out times inform you the minimum hours prior to your flight departure that you’re required to deliver your cargo to us.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Priority 4 hours | 6 hours 4 hours | 6 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Import recovery times

The below times inform you the time window when the freight is available to collect.

  Loose cargo Shipper built
  Known | Unknown Known | Unknown
Classic 4 hours 3 hours
Priority 4 hours 3 hours
Express 2 hours N/A

Other products

  Export Import
Dangerous Goods 8 hours N/A
Courier N/A N/A
Dry Ice 4 hours N/A