Cheap flights from London (STN)

London's largest low-cost gateway in Essex

London Stansted lies in Essex, about 60 km northeast of central London, and is one of the UK's busiest airports thanks to a massive low-cost programme. Ryanair runs its largest base in the world here, joined by Jet2, easyJet, TUI and Emirates. The route network is dominated by European leisure and city-break destinations.

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Airlines flying from London (STN)

Major carriers: Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, TUI Airways, Emirates. Low-cost carriers: Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, Wizz Air.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines have a base at Stansted?
Ryanair runs its largest base in the world at STN, with around forty aircraft stationed and routes to most of Europe. Jet2 operates a growing London base, easyJet runs a smaller programme, and TUI handles leisure charters. Emirates flies daily to Dubai. Flightmussy compares them all in one free search.
How long does it take to get to Stansted from central London?
Stansted Express runs from London Liverpool Street to STN in 47-50 minutes, with departures every 15 minutes. National Express coaches take 75-110 minutes from Victoria. Driving via the M11 typically takes 60-90 minutes. Flightmussy's multi-airport filter compares Stansted against the other London airports in one search.
What's the cheapest time to fly from Stansted?
Late January, February and the first three weeks of November consistently produce the lowest fares from STN. School holidays and the summer peak push prices up sharply, particularly on sun routes. Flightmussy's free 12-month fare heatmap shows you the cheapest week per route at a glance, no account required.
Can I pay for Stansted flights with cryptocurrency?
Most carriers selling direct from STN only accept cards or bank transfer. Flightmussy can route eligible itineraries through Travala, which accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and a wide range of other digital currencies and stablecoins. Coverage depends on the airline and route, but it's a working option for crypto holders flying out of Stansted.

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