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MILLIONS of Brits flying next month have been warned they face major disruption which could see travellers miss their flight. Jet2 has issued a statement for anyone jetting off from Manchester Airport from June 10 as they could face major delays getting there. Manchester Airport is urging travellers to plan ahead due to resurfacing works taking place on the M56, advising passengers should arrive earlier than usual.

The airport said: "National Highways are carrying out essential overnight resurfacing works on both sides of the M56 between Junction 4 and Junction 7." The statement added: "Works are due to start on Monday 10 June 2024 and completed by August 2024. “Closures will take place between 21:00 and 05:00, Monday to Friday, and extending to 07:00 on Saturdays.



“This will include a mix of full overnight closures and slip closures." The airport though did assure passengers that: "Signed diversion routes will be in place. Delays are expected, please allow extra time for your journeys.

“Check for any closures or congestion on Traffic England before you travel." A statement on Jet2.com’s website told its customers: "Manchester Airport - Road Works until August 2024.

“We have been made aware of road works between Junction 5 and 6 of the M56 beginning Monday 10th June expecting to be completed by the end of August 2024." The airline added: "There will be closures of the M56, please refer to National Highways for specific dates and times of closures throughout this tim.

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