London Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport (STN)

The Gateway to Europe and London’s Low-Cost Hub

London Stansted (STN) is the UK’s third busiest airport and the primary hub for budget-conscious travelers. Located in Essex, about 40 miles north-east of Central London, it serves more European destinations than any other airport in the UK, making it the ultimate starting point for a continental adventure.

Did You Know?

• Architectural Masterpiece: The terminal building was designed by the world-famous architect Lord Norman Foster. Its iconic “floating” roof and massive glass walls were revolutionary, designed to make the airport feel open and full of natural light.
• Ryanair’s Mega-Base: Stansted is the largest base for Ryanair in the world. At any given time, dozens of their aircraft are parked here, connecting London to over 200 cities across Europe and North Africa.
• The Stansted Express: It boasts one of the fastest airport-to-city rail links. The dedicated Stansted Express train takes you directly to London Liverpool Street in just 47 minutes, departing every 15 minutes.
• VIP History: While it’s known for low-cost flights, Stansted is also the UK’s main airport for Visiting Dignitaries. When the US President visits the UK on Air Force One, they often land at Stansted’s private aviation terminal.