London Stansted Airport
- IATA/ICAO Code
- STN/EGSS
- Country
- United Kingdom
- CEO
- Ken O'Toole
- Passenger Count
- 7,146,000 (2021)
- Runways
- 04/22 - 3,049m (10,003ft)
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The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Royal Jordanian Launches 5+ Hour Airbus A319 Flights To London & Manchester
Not all services are by the A319, but the type will appear regularly.
Strong Start: MAG Airports Combine To Serve Almost 4 Million UK Passengers In January 2024
Numbers were up across the board at the three facilities.
Analysis: The 5 Busiest Airports In London & What You Need To Know About Them
While Heathrow is well-known as the busiest hub in London, which facilities also serve an essential role in the city's connectivity with the world?
A Rare Breed: Another Passenger Boeing 727 Retired
Starling Aviation's VIP-configured Boeing 727, M-STAR, was retired at Cotswold Airport in Kemble on Wednesday after over 40 years of service.
A Brief Guide To London Stansted Airport's Public Transport Connections
There are plenty of options for passengers without cars.
Encouraging Public Transport Use: London Gatwick Airport Raises Drop-Off Charges By 20%
The airport argued that the new charges could encourage the use of public transportation.
Rowdy Passenger Arrested After Lisbon-Bound Ryanair Boeing 737 Diverts To Spain
A Portuguese man flying from London to Lisbon was drunk onboard, forcing a diversion.
Keeping Busy: London Stansted Airport's November Passenger Numbers Were Its Second Highest Ever
The facility is also enjoying increased rail connectivity in the run-up to the festive period.
Stansted Is Back: British Airways Schedules Flights For Summer 2024
British Airways has planned to return to STN, scheduling weekend-only flights from the airport during the upcoming summer season.
Report Released: How A Bombardier Challenger 600's Wingtip Struck A Runway 3 Times
A recent AAIB investigation has shed light on what was almost a rather nasty accident.
New UK Airport Slot Reform Could Prevent Future Airline Monopolies
The proposed legislation could limit the leasing of slots, allowing smaller airlines to operate from the UK's largest airports.
How Is London Stansted Faring In Its Post-Pandemic Recovery?
The Essex facility looks to be bouncing back strongly.
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Routes go to the heart of airlines and airports, and I celebrate them in my weekly newsletter.
Priority Pass Pre-Booking Expanded To Four UK Airports Including London Stansted
For £6 ($7.2), you can skip the queues and walk right into the lounge.
Kenya Airways Boeing 787 Diverts To London Stansted After RAF Interception
The Royal Air Force's quick reaction alert team was deployed.
Largest Base: Ryanair Will Boost Its London Stansted Boeing 737 MAX Operations This Winter
Seven new destinations across Europe and North Africa are set to be added to the carrier's London schedule through the winter travel season.
Stansted: The London Airport With 180+ Destinations But Just 2 Long Haul Routes
Stansted was the UK's best-recovered top five airport by passengers in July and August.
The World's Busiest International City Pairs Over 3,000 Miles
Three of the five busiest city pairs involve London.