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London Stansted Airport (STN)

London Stansted Airport (STN)

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    Massimiliano S.
    "Awesome airport because is in London city.."(65 Tips)
    tamara s.
    "About to pay Ryanair £60 to print a boarding card?"(56 Tips)
    Mark N.
    "Take the Stansted Express - the free wifi is great"(15 Tips)
    Gerry M.
    "You get an hours free wifi in the area where the checkin desks are"(29 Tips)
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  • Bora D.heart icon on user image
    Bora DemiralanOctober 30, 2017
    Everything is nice at this airport but the location...
  • Kwstis S.heart icon on user image
    Kwstis SpyrousDecember 12, 2018
    Ryanair airport...very big shopping areas!!!
  • Richard G.
    Richard GregorySeptember 23, 2010
    What weighs more... 10kg of cotton wool or 10kg of iron? It doesn't matter, Ryanair will still attempt to stiff you - even if your carry-on luggage is within their personal baggage allowance. Read more
  • Karolina K.heart icon on user image
    Karolina KellyAugust 30, 2016
    Very nice airport and free wifi for an hour.
  • Andrew L.
    Andrew LeckieMay 4, 2013
    Imagine if you rounded up all the stupidest people in Britain, herded them into one giant hall, then told them to be as rude and inconsiderate to each other as possible .Welcome to Stansted.
  • Sam G.
    Sam GreenlandMay 16, 2012
    1 thing to print/printer won't accept coins? It's cheaper to pay a quid for the computers next to the printer, then just £1 for the print. Assuming its only one page you're printing...
  • Louise H.
    Louise HJuly 23, 2011
    A lot of waiting for an empty shuttle to the immigration hall where there were more waiting in looong lines to enter UK. Also a bit frightening to be welcomed by policemen with machine guns
  • Simon
    SimonJune 11, 2012
    Pick up point is 15 quid after 25 mins. There's a Macy D's just after you come off the M11
  • Nathalie D.
    Nathalie De ClercqSeptember 21, 2013
    Rush yourself through everything because you never know where they'll stop you and slow you down.
  • Frank v.
    Frank van LoonJune 25, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Although ‘Glorious Britain’ provides sufficient, it is more a souvenirs shop.
  • Tamas O.heart icon on user image
    Tamas OlajosMarch 7, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Since the refurbrishment started, the whole airport is dark, overcrowded and has lack of seats. Hope it ends soon.
  • James A.
    James AJuly 29, 2011
    Best internet is with spectrum: 10 £ for the day and they have wall chargers free. Staff is also super nice
  • Julia G.
    Julia Garcia PrietoSeptember 15, 2013
    Security is more strict than in any other airport I have ever been (liquids, shoes, computers and what not) and it takes forever to go through so make sure you arrive in time!
  • Eva K. S.
    Eva K. SalviApril 21, 2010
    If you sit in the waiting area after going through security, you can now get free Internet access. Definitely a step forward considering few airports offer this facility!
  • Miguel E.
    Miguel EscotoMay 5, 2013
    Choose national express over any other transport. The difference is incredible.
  • Tyson B.
    Tyson BrownFebruary 11, 2022
    Great airport. 1hr bud ride to Victoria.
  • Haspokheart icon on user image
    HaspokSeptember 8, 2014
    Nearly all shops and restaurants in the passenger hall are closed due to refurbishment. (2014 Sept)
  • Mark V.
    Mark Von Der MedenSeptember 6, 2013
    Get a fast track access for £5 ... It's worth it.
  • ranaaimheart icon on user image
    ranaaimMay 6, 2018
    small airport, 1 hour to london city with the bus for 15 pounds
  • Tom K.
    Tom KrainaNovember 4, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Ryanair landing™ for no extra fee.
  • Lee W.
    Lee WalkerMay 23, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Really strict on ONE bag of liquids per person now!
  • Giorgos A.
    Giorgos ApostolidisMay 8, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Big , clean and so good
  • Documentallyheart icon on user image
    DocumentallyJanuary 18, 2023
    Been here 50+ times
    No queues at 4am. And it’s always an exciting hunt looking for a working USB socket.
  • Hilary W.heart icon on user image
    Hilary WelterOctober 2, 2017
    Security is strict AF! get those liquids in a baggie and you better not have anymore than that.
  • Dan G.
    Dan GlyballsJanuary 30, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    The Spar in the main terminal ... Cheap cheap beer and nibbles for either pre or post flight relaxation
  • Federica
    FedericaApril 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    You're only allowed liquids in a sealable bag of a certain size now. But then you buy as many as you like in the departure lounge and no one gives a toss.
  • Danilo D.
    Danilo DusoswaMay 25, 2018
    Worst airport in the UK by far
  • Harald G.
    Harald GaerttnerJanuary 24, 2011
    Good service by Stansted Airport Security. You can now weigh your luggage there for free. So avoid the rip-off machines that charge you 50 pence a few meters before!
  • Tomáš Š.
    Tomáš ŠevčíkOctober 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Airport is extremly overloaded. All the time. Queues are everywhere included toilets. You should be very patience
  • Hassan E.heart icon on user image
    Hassan ElmiMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Its OK....not a nice looking airport but does the job and close to Cambridge
  • Catherine Z.
    Catherine ZApril 26, 2014
    Travelled April 2014 - free plastic bags are available at security.
  • IngenieroDavid
    IngenieroDavidJune 10, 2013
    No. 1 Lounge (by Gates 1-19), where Air Berlin flights depart. They accept Priority List memberships.
  • Neoheart icon on user image
    NeoDecember 16, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Layout has changed! Departures located at the very end of the terminal,
  • Sabino D.heart icon on user image
    Sabino DiazNovember 5, 2019
    Migragration check is a nightmare so go to the toilette and brace yourself for a long waiting...
  • Erin T.
    Erin Travel With BenderNovember 16, 2013
    Easyjet is far worse then RyanAir. Be ware of security all laptops and cables are thoroughly checked. Security stole my vegemite... They know its better then marmite. Travelwithbender.com
  • Andrew S.
    Andrew ScottFebruary 27, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    DON'T fly into Stansted on a late Sunday flight. The customs queue is guaranteed to be longer than your European flight (esp if you're non-Eu/UK)
  • Pinky K.
    Pinky KumarJune 7, 2019
    Rude immigration officers questioning why did u come for a holiday! They prefer you keep your head down and listen to whatever they say , or they say ur telling him how to do his job! What a welcome
  • Marcus O.
    Marcus O'BOctober 29, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Can't understand why more people don't use fast track security. Best 5er you'll ever spend.
  • Thymios D.
    Thymios DragotisMarch 25, 2013
    If u are lucky , you can find somewhere to sleep, at the end of the hall ...
  • Marta S.
    Marta SiekJune 26, 2013
    Every time I am travelling from here either they change the gate or the flight is delayed. Such a mess in logistics.
  • Ali Y.
    Ali YorukAugust 19, 2012
    burada turkce anonslar da yapiliyor/ there are turkish announcements, as well ;)
  • Artem P.heart icon on user image
    Artem PetrovMay 3, 2014
    Better to fly with changes from heathrow, than directs from Stansted
  • Nigel O.
    Nigel O' CallaghanFebruary 15, 2011
    If you're not in too much of a rush, check out the stansted express bus service rather than the train. It's very punctual, takes 40-60 mins depending on traffic and is only 15 pounds return!
  • Mark L.heart icon on user image
    Mark LeeNovember 6, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Every 2 hours (generally) fast 250 National Express coach to Colchester and Ipswich
  • Guliz K.
    Guliz KJune 6, 2023
    Easy airport! I like it!
  • Martin H.heart icon on user image
    Martin HeideggerFebruary 18, 2020
    Nice small but crowded airport
  • Gillian H.
    Gillian HastingsJuly 24, 2011
    Arrive at least 30 mins ahead of what you think you need. Security unbelievably slow. BAA duty free shops must suffer as a result. You would think management would deal with this passenger experience!
  • John O.heart icon on user image
    John ONolanApril 18, 2011
    If you need power to charge a phone/laptop, there are 4 sockets at the bottom of the pillar opposite check-in desk K158.
  • Kelly C.heart icon on user image
    Kelly CairnsJuly 5, 2013
    Buggies are collected from a different reclaim point to the cases. Mine was A!
  • Enver K.heart icon on user image
    Enver KannurApril 22, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Good Airport just because 40 minutes from us BUT. Expensive car parking/dropping Tonight Dirty toilets. Only Burger King for any hot drinks.
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