Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Liverpool Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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LPL Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
What to Expect
Liverpool Airport (code: LPL) has a modern terminal that handles domestic and international routes. Amenities include a variety of eateries and shops. For added comfort while you wait, economy class passengers can pay to enter an airport lounge.
Sleeping in Liverpool Airport
Overnight travellers seem to have no problem spending the night here, but you must stay landside until the early morning. Try the comfortable couches in and near the cafes that close for the night, but they will start to get busy by 5:00 AM. If you prefer spreading out, a sleeping bag or blanket provides added comfort to sleep on the marble window sills or floor. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby, including one directly across from the terminal. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The terminal remains open 24 hours, but the departure (airside) area closes after the last scheduled flight each night and re-opens with security at about 4:00 AM.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
There are a couple of hotels within walking distance of the terminal:
- Hampton by Hilton Liverpool/ John Lennon Airport – directly opposite the terminal; roughly a 1–2 minute walk from baggage claim to the hotel entrance. » Check Rates
- Premier Inn – Located about 0.5 miles (approx. 800 m) from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, which most travellers describe as roughly a 10-minute walk along a flat, pedestrian-friendly route to the terminal. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Liverpool Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass, or using a lounge membership program.
- Aspire Lounge – Location: Airside, Upper Level of the Departure Lounge (follow signs after security). Hours: 4:00 AM – 8:00 PM (daily). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (£36 per adult) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • American Express Platinum/Centurion cardholders and selected airline invitations.
Drinking Water
There are water refill stations located between gates 2 & 3 and opposite gate 11 (next to the lifts).
Food & Drinks
Most food and drink outlets both landside and airside open around 04:00. There are no confirmed 24-hour food options.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
There are no luggage storage or lockers available in the terminal. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Charging stations are available at check-in and in the departure lounge. Plug sockets are also available in some cafés and bars.
Showers
Showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available for four hours. Connect to the “‘Free Airport WiFi” network. For faster speeds, a premium WiFi is available for £5 on the “‘Premium Airport WiFi” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Airport Tours – Behind-the-scenes airport tours are occasionally offered, giving an overview of airport operations. Tours typically last around two hours.
Art in the Airport – Displays and artwork related to John Lennon, The Beatles, and local themes are found throughout the terminal.
Duty-Free & Shopping – World Duty Free operates two stores in the departures area. Additional shops include WHSmith, Boots, and stores selling gifts, souvenirs, sportswear, and beauty products. Most shops open around 04:00, with closing times varying by outlet.
Family Services
- Baby Care Facilities – Baby-changing facilities are available in the upper retail level restrooms.
- Family Rooms – Family rooms are available landside near Starbucks and near the upper retail level toilets.
- FastTrack/Park Option – Pre-book a Family package offering a wider parking space (just a one-minute walk to the terminal) and four free Fast Track tickets (2 adults + 2 children) for quicker security processing.
- Nursing Room – A private nursing room is also available near the upper retail level toilets.
- Pre-Ordered Baby Food – Boots offers a pre-order service for baby food and formula, with pickup available airside.
Fast Track Service—Fast Track security passes are available for a fee when booked in advance, offering priority access through security screening.
Money
- ATMs / Cash Machines – Travelex ATMs are available landside and airside. Multiple currencies are dispensed. Fees and limits depend on your bank.
- Currency Exchange – Travelex currency exchange counters operate in arrivals, check-in, and airside departures. Hours vary by location.
Prayer Room – A prayer room is available on the upper level airside.
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Smoking – A designated outdoor smoking area is available landside, accessed from the lower level near the Kissing Gate Bar & Restaurant.
Bus
Popular bus routes with service to the airport include the Arriva 500 (Airport Express). For schedules, routes and fares, visit the Liverpool Airport website. Extra info on buses and fares can be found on the Arriva website.
Car Rentals
The following car rental agencies are available in the Car Rental Centre, located on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park: Avis/Budget • Enterprise/National/Alamo • Europcar • Hertz.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Shared Ride Services
ArrivaClick is available at Liverpool Airport. This offers travellers an “on-demand” minibus service, using ride-sharing technology (via an App) to enable multiple passengers travelling in the same direction to share their ride. To learn more about the service, visit the Liverpool Airport website.
Taxi
Hackney cabs are readily available at the taxi rank outside the terminal entrance. All cabs accept credit card payments.
Train
Lisbon South Parkway is the closest train station to Liverpool Airport, with trains heading to all destinations in the UK. This station is approximately 3 miles from the airport and can be reached with the 80A and 81A buses, which depart approximately every 20 minutes.
Last updated: 2026-01-28
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