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✈️ STN · London, United Kingdom

Traveling Through STN — London Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport serves 1 terminal, 4 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

26M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through STN

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Terminals
1 terminal (Main Terminal)
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Domestic Check-in
40 minutes before departure
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International Check-in
2 hours before departure
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WiFi
Free Wi-Fi throughout the airport
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Power Outlets
Available at most gates
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Annual Passengers
26M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at STN

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Ryanair Main Terminal
easyJet Main Terminal
Wizz Air Main Terminal
TUI Airways Main Terminal

🚗 Getting To & From STN

Ground transportation options for London

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Rail / Train

Stansted Express: 47 min to London Liverpool Street, £23.40. Runs every 15-30 min.

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Bus / Shuttle

National Express and Terravision coaches to London and other cities

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Rideshare

Uber available

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Taxi

Available at arrivals; metered fare to central London ~£100-130

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Parking

From £10/day (long stay) · From £30/day (short stay)

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Rental Cars

Car rental counters in arrivals hall


🍽️ Inside STN

Food, lounges, and shopping at London Stansted Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Restaurants and cafes in the main terminal · After security: Good selection for a budget airport

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Lounges

Aspire Lounge (Main Terminal)No. 1 Traveller Lounge (Main Terminal)

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Shopping

Duty-free, various retail throughout the terminal


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for STN

Insider knowledge to make your time at London Stansted Airport smoother

  • 1 Stansted is primarily a Ryanair hub — most flights are budget carriers
  • 2 The Stansted Express is the fastest way to London but is expensive
  • 3 National Express coaches are cheaper but take longer
  • 4 Security queues can be very long — arrive early
  • 5 Stansted is north of London — allow extra time to reach the city

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Frequently Asked Questions — STN

How many terminals does STN (London Stansted Airport) have?

London Stansted Airport has 1 terminal: Main Terminal. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does STN have free WiFi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout the airport. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at STN?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 40 minutes before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 2 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from STN?

London Stansted Airport is served by 4 airlines, including Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air, TUI Airways. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from STN to London?

Ground transportation options from London Stansted Airport include rail/train (Stansted Express: 47 min to London Liverpool Street, £23.40. Runs every 15-30 min.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at STN?

Yes, London Stansted Airport offers parking options. From £10/day (long stay) From £30/day (short stay) Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

How can I track my flight from STN in real time?

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