Dubai was  among  the most  popular destination from Manchester  Airport.
The airport  hit the 22 million passenger mark for the first time since 2007, last week.
The most popular destinations during the past year have been: 
•Dubai
•Dublin
•Tenerife
•Amsterdam
•Palma
Passenger numbers have grown 24% since 2010 and have increased by 1 million since May 2014.
Ken O’Toole, Chief Commercial Officer of Manchester Airports Group (MAG), said: “Manchester Airport’s significant growth is testament to the critical role it plays in UK aviation, providing the North of England and our extended catchment area with global connectivity through an unrivalled network of short and long haul destinations. 
"We have more than 22 million people living within two hours of Manchester Airport and our continued addition of new routes and increased frequencies is seeing customers choose Manchester, rather than other airports.
“We continue to grow thanks to the strength of our catchment, the support of our airline partners and the continued hard work and dedication of all MAG colleagues. 
"With more than 65 airlines and over 210 routes from Manchester, there is huge choice for passengers, whether flying on business or pleasure. 
“2015 is set to be another busy year for the airport and we look forward to adding even more routes to our offering.”
The 22nd millionth passenger was Thomas Cook Airlines customer Harry O’Connor, 37, from Newcastle who received a wealth of prizes when he arrived for his flight to Barbados this morning.