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Flights to London Stansted Airport – Travel Insights & Trends
Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to London Stansted Airport to help you craft the best travel plan.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Stansted Airport?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London Stansted Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R14 212. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from South Africa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R16 043.
What is the cheapest month to fly to London Stansted Airport?
If you’re not able to fly to London Stansted Airport in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to London Stansted Airport during May average around R13 697.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London Stansted Airport?
Flying to London Stansted Airport from South Africa in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R14 176 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to London Stansted Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of R15 093. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
How far in advance should I book a flight to London Stansted Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Stansted Airport from South Africa when booking 19 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Stansted Airport for around R15 140 when searching 19 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Stansted Airport from South Africa for as low as R12 996 on momondo.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to London Stansted?
Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to London Stansted
Which airlines fly to London Stansted Airport?
Emirates, British Airways and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Stansted Airport from South Africa according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 93% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London Stansted Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to London Stansted Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
Cheapest flights to London Stansted
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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | March | 14% cheaper | Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Stansted Airport costs on average just R13 144 in March |
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | December | 16% more expensive | It costs about R17 642 for flights to London Stansted Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December |
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | August | 315% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to London Stansted Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August than any other month |
Cheap London Stansted Airport flight deals and tips
Summary info about London Stansted Airport flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | R6 618 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | R12 812 |
Fastest flight time | 18h 45m |
Popular in | June |
Frequently asked questions about flying to London Stansted Airport
What is the cheapest month to fly to London Stansted Airport?
From most locations, the cheapest flights to London Stansted Airport can be found during the month of March; however great deals can be found at other times.
How far in advance should I book a flight to London Stansted Airport?
Most flyers found that booking flight tickets 42 days in advance of their planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to London Stansted Airport.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London Stansted Airport?
Most of our users find that booking their departure to London Stansted Airport on a Wednesday is the cheapest. Conversely, departing on a Saturday seems to be the most expensive.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to London Stansted Airport?
Generally, when visiting London Stansted Airport, Morning flights represent the best value. Evening flights are likely to have higher prices.
Is there an alternative airport near London Stansted Airport?
London City Airport, London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport or London Luton Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to London.
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into London?
The cheapest airport near London is typically London Luton Airport, with an average price of R1 515/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to London?
The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to London from Paris for R1 678. This is 86% cheaper than most flight deals to London. To find the cheapest price to London from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
Which airlines fly to London Stansted Airport?
Emirates is the most popular airline offering flights to London Stansted Airport, with 93% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to London Stansted Airport. Other popular options include British Airways and SWISS. There are a total of 6 different airlines flying to London Stansted Airport.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to London Stansted Airport?
Prices for flights to London Stansted Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to London Stansted Airport?
The number of operators available for flights to London Stansted Airport is 6 as of February 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly to London Stansted Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to London Stansted Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Stansted Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to London Stansted Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London Stansted Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Finding the right flight to London is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to London quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights to London with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to London with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights to London?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to London. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight to London right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to London. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.