Runways at Manchester Airport are currently closed due to snow.

A number of Twitter users have reported that Manchester Airport has closed its runways due to snowfall.

The closure is said to be disrupting flights with some being diverted to other airports in England.

Heart North West News took to Twitter to share the news, writing: “Flights have been suspended at Manchester Airport due to snow. Outbound flights are on hold and inbound flights are diverting to Birmingham, East Midlands or London #HeartNews”

In a second tweet, it wrote: “In a statement @manairport said "‘Due to heavy snow fall, we have temporary closed both runways. Health and safety will always be our top priority and operations will resume at the earliest opportunity.’ #HeartNews”

Manchester Airport has since tweeted the statement, adding: "Passengers are advised to contact their airline for the most up-to-date flight information."

Flights stopped and diverted at Manchester Airport due to snow fall

Passengers took to Twitter to share their experience at the airport this morning (December 10).

One tweeted a picture of their view out of the window, writing: "Manchester airport closed down just over an hour ago... just after we boarded! Currently stuck on a grounded plane, watching snow ploughs go up and down. When I can see. #manchesteraiport #snow #airportclosure #happyflippinholiday"

Another tweeted pictures of a snowy window from inside the plane too, writing: "Not going anywhere anytime soon.

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"Was clear when boarding and de-icing at Manchester airport but then, started to come down heavy."