What is the ICAO code for London Stansted Airport?

The ICAO code for London Stansted Airport is EGSS.

Where is London Stansted Airport located?

London Stansted Airport (STN) is located in London, United Kingdom.

What time zone is London Stansted Airport in?

The local time zone at London Stansted Airport (STN) is Europe/London (GMT+1).

How many flights depart from London Stansted Airport?

About 129 scheduled departures were counted at London Stansted Airport (STN) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.

How early should I arrive at London Stansted Airport?

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Which airlines fly from London Stansted Airport?

Based on the current departures board at London Stansted Airport (STN), scheduled flights are operated by Ryanair, Jet2.com, Ryanair UK, easyJet, and Lauda Europe.

Where can you fly nonstop from London Stansted Airport?

Destinations on the current departures board at London Stansted Airport (STN) include Palma de Mallorca, Edinburgh, Faro, Arrecife, Pisa, and Malaga.

How can I see live flights at London Stansted Airport?

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for London Stansted Airport (STN). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

STN London Stansted Airport

Local time

London Stansted Airport (STN) is an airport serving London, United Kingdom.

Updated 1 d ago · 80 departures on the board

08:25
2672
Rome(CIA)
Gate 42
On time
08:20
RK596
Edinburgh(EDI)
Gate 84
On time
08:15
LS1439
Faro(FAO)
Gate 13
On time
08:15
FR250
Arrecife(ACE)
Gate 44
On time
08:15
LW730
Vienna(VIE)
Gate 36
On time
08:15
U2308
Edinburgh(EDI)
Gate 86
On time
08:15
586
Pisa(PSA)
Gate 45
On time
08:15
FR586
Pisa(PSA)
Gate 45
On time
08:10
FR8026
Murcia(RMU)
Gate 59
On time
08:10
LS1513
Menorca(MAH)
Gate 2
On time
08:10
FR8162
Malaga(AGP)
Gate 33
On time
08:05
RK175
Glasgow(GLA)
Gate 30
On time

About STN Airport

London Stansted Airport (STN), northeast of central London, is a major low-cost hub serving millions of passengers each year. The airport operates from a single passenger terminal and is the primary UK base for Ryanair, with other carriers like easyJet, TUI Airways and Jet2 also offering frequent services. Popular destinations include cities across Europe, North Africa and seasonal leisure routes. Passengers can consult the online flight board for up-to-date arrivals and departures, and will find extensive ground transport links to London by train, coach, taxi and car.

How do I get to and from London Stansted Airport?

London Stansted is served by a dedicated Stansted Express rail service to central London, regional rail connections, frequent coach and bus services to London and surrounding areas, licensed taxis and ride‑hailing pickup zones, and on‑site car rental desks. There are short‑ and long‑stay parking options and road links to the M11 motorway. Expect choice between fast rail for city access and coaches for cheaper, direct routes to multiple London locations.

How do the terminals work at London Stansted Airport?

Stansted operates a single passenger terminal building handling both short‑haul and longer‑haul flights. Check‑in desks and airline counters are arranged by carrier and flight type; departures and arrivals areas are clearly signed. International and domestic procedures (security, immigration, customs) take place within the terminal—follow airline notifications for transfer routes if connecting, as transfers usually remain inside the main terminal with dedicated transfer desks and lounges.

Tips for flying from London Stansted Airport

Arrive with plenty of time for busy periods, especially mornings and bank holidays, as queuing can be longer for security and passport control. Have travel documents and any required customs/health paperwork ready. Use the Stansted Express for fastest city access or a coach for cheaper direct routes. Allow extra time for peak traffic on the M11 and consider pre‑booking parking, fast‑track security or transport tickets to streamline your journey.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for London Stansted Airport is STN.