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£34+ Cheap flights to Stansted

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— STN
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Stansted in 2026

Find the latest flights to Stansted in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

Return from

£63

One-way from

£34

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£97
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 27/3-30/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Manchester to London
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Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Manchester to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£9 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights to Stansted Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Stansted Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Mon 26/106:55
MAN
-
STN
1 stop11h 25m
Ryanair
Wed 28/121:45
STN
-
MAN
1 stop9h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 15/1£68
Mon 19/106:55
MAN
-
STN
1 stop7h 55m
Ryanair
Tue 20/108:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop5h 35m
Ryanair
Deal found 15/1£69
Mon 26/107:25
MAN
-
STN
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/111:05
STN
-
MAN
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£72
Tue 24/210:20
MAN
-
STN
1 stop6h 25m
Ryanair
Thu 26/207:50
STN
-
MAN
1 stop6h 45m
Ryanair
Deal found 15/1£75
Thu 15/114:25
MAN
-
STN
1 stop6h 40m
Ryanair
Mon 19/108:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop7h 30m
Ryanair
Deal found 14/1£75
Mon 19/106:55
MAN
-
STN
1 stop4h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/118:45
STN
-
MAN
1 stop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£77
Thu 15/114:25
MAN
-
STN
1 stop5h 10m
Ryanair
Thu 22/106:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop4h 35m
Ryanair
Deal found 14/1£78
Mon 19/107:25
MAN
-
STN
1 stop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/111:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£78
Wed 21/112:25
MAN
-
STN
1 stop5h 55m
Ryanair
Thu 22/106:30
STN
-
MAN
1 stop4h 35m
Ryanair
Deal found 14/1£80
Wed 4/207:50
MAN
-
STN
1 stop8h 55m
Ryanair
Thu 5/207:50
STN
-
MAN
1 stop6h 45m
Ryanair
Deal found 14/1£81
Fri 16/113:55
MAN
-
STN
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/118:45
STN
-
MAN
1 stop5h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£81
Mon 23/207:00
MAN
-
STN
1 stop4h 00m
easyJet
Wed 25/207:50
STN
-
MAN
1 stop3h 55m
easyJet
Deal found 15/1£82

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Manchester

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Wed 28/1

07:50-16:45

1 stop8h 55m

London Stansted

Sat 31/1

22:10-08:35

1 stop10h 25m

£72

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Mon 26/1

07:25-21:20

1 stop13h 55m

London Stansted

Thu 29/1

11:05-23:20

1 stop12h 15m

£72

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Tue 24/2

10:20-16:45

1 stop6h 25m

London Stansted

Thu 26/2

07:50-14:35

1 stop6h 45m

£75

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Tue 27/1

12:00-23:15

1 stop11h 15m

London Stansted

Wed 28/1

10:55-23:35

1 stop12h 40m

£75

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Sat 28/2

15:20-21:50

1 stop6h 30m

London Stansted

Sat 7/3

06:00-19:05

1 stop13h 05m

£78

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Fri 6/3

18:15-23:20

1 stop5h 05m

London Stansted

Sun 8/3

06:30-06:45

1 stop24h 15m

£78

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Tue 24/2

12:10-19:40

1 stop7h 30m

London Stansted

Wed 25/2

07:50-11:45

1 stop3h 55m

£81

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Wed 4/2

07:50-16:45

1 stop8h 55m

London Stansted

Thu 5/2

07:50-14:35

1 stop6h 45m

£81

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Sun 8/3

05:45-10:05

1 stop4h 20m

London Stansted

Mon 9/3

15:05-23:40

1 stop8h 35m

£81

ManchesterLondon

MAN - STN

MANSTN

Manchester

Mon 23/2

07:00-11:00

1 stop4h 00m

London Stansted

Wed 25/2

07:50-11:45

1 stop3h 55m

£82

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Stansted?

The cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Stansted are Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways.

Reviews of airlines servicing Stansted

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Stansted. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Stansted. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ryanair, easyJet, andBritish Airways to the United Kingdom have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,244 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,244 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,244 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,862 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,244 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,680 reviews
Ryanair
6.9
Okay
5,244 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.9

Food

6.0

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

brendan,Sept 2025

MAN - NTE

It would have been better if I had a flown with Ryanair but I was ill and warm be coming back on the return flight

FAQs about flying to Stansted

Stansted Airport is a popular choice for travellers looking to find cheap flights to London. It is home for low-cost carrier Ryanair, which serves more than 100 destinations from the airport.

The most popular flights out of Stansted Airport are to European holiday destinations such as Dublin, Alicante, Malaga, Rome, Faro and Palma de Mallorca. However, you can also access some interesting, more out-of-the-way places from Stansted – so get creative next time you’re planning a break.

A highly functional, efficient airport – enjoyed as much by business passengers as those travelling with families in tow – Stansted Airport is a lovely gateway to the United Kingdom’s most important city. Last year, the airport handled nearly 19 million passengers. Expect that figure to rise, as hordes of tourists descend on London for the 2012 Olympic Games.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Stansted if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Stansted on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Stansted?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Stansted.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Stansted?

    London Stansted is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Stansted. One-way flights to London Stansted typically cost £13, while return flights cost around £13.

  • How much is a return flight to Stansted?

    A return flight to Stansted will typically cost around £47, however they can be found for as little as £13.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Stansted depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Stansted, Glasgow offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 15 minutes).

  • Does London Stansted have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at London Stansted can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to London Stansted?

    Yes. London Stansted has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Warmans Barn House Hotel is the closest property to London Stansted (0.0 mi away from London Stansted).

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