Car Rental at London Stansted Airport

Airport travel guide

Very popular with Ryanair and a number of other low-cost airlines, Stansted Airport is known as one of the main gateways to the British capital. But while most travelers make their way straight to London, the location of the airport northeast of the capital means it provides easy access to a number of other interesting attractions. With that in mind, here are three short and fun trips you can take from Stansted Airport:

• Cambridge. One of the most famous university towns in the world, Cambridge is also a popular tourist destination. Cambridge’s main draw is its many beautiful buildings, many of them in a distinctly Gothic or neo-Gothic style. Notable gems include the King’s College Chapel, Queen’s College, and the Peterhouse. If the weather permits, one of the nicest things to do is to go punting (a type of boat riding characteristic of Cambridge) and enjoy the city views from the river. The drive from Stansted Airport to Cambridge takes only about 40 minutes wihtout traffic.
• Colchester. Sometimes overlooked by Britons and foreign visitors alike, Colchester is one of the nicest towns in Southeast England. There are a large number of heritage buildings such as the impressive Colchester Castle and Jumbo Water Tower, as well as the remaining fragments of the town’s Roman walls. The city’s cultural institutions include the Natural History Museum and the Minories Gallery of contemporary art. The drive from Stansted takes only 40 minutes without traffic
• The Suffolk Coast and Heaths. Categorized as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this protected region is a popular tourist destination. In addition to beaches, the Suffolk Coast is characterized by a landscape that includes low cliffs, heathland, salt marshes, and a small ancient forest. Once you get to the area, there is a network of footpaths that lets you explore it closer. The drive from Stansted Airport takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes wihtout traffic.

Top international routes

• Istanbul
• Dublin
• Palma de Mallorca
• Edinburgh
• Belfast
• Antalya
• Faro
• Alicante
• Rome
• Malaga

Main airlines

Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, Eurowings, British Airways, TUI Airways, Air Corsica, Aurigny.com, and Emirates

Terminals

There is only one passenger terminal building that is made up of Satellite 1, Satellite 2, Satellite 3. One is connected to the main terminal by an air bridge and the other two by the Stansted Airport Transit System people mover. In addition, there is an Advanced Passenger Vehicle (APV) building. You can easily walk between any two parts of the airport. Permission has been granted to build a new arrivals terminal. In the meantime, several million dollars was spent renovating the departure lounge.

Location

London Stansted Airport is in the county of Essex, about 68 km (42 mi) north of central London. Highway M11 and North Circular Road are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

• Vans - from $89 per day
• Station wagons - from $55 per day
• Small cars - from $28 per day
• Medium cars - from $30 per day
• Large cars - from $31 per day
• SUVs - from $28 per day
• Premium cars - from $57 per day
• Convertibles - from $420 per day

Car rental desks

All can be found in the separate Car Rental Village via a free bus transfer that departs from the terminal every 10 minutes

Services and facilities

There are many bars, restaurants, and cafés, a grocery store, shops and duty-free outlets for passengers leaving the United Kingdom. You’ll also find several ATMs, currency exchanges, two on-site hotels, baby changing facilities, a pharmacy, and a prayer room. Luggage storage is in the international arrivals area and is open 24/7. London Stansted Airport is generally well equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

Esso, located at Dunmow Road, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7TA, can be reached in about three minutes and is open 24/7. However, there are many other gas stations near Stansted Airport and on the way to London.

Popular one-way rentals

• Birmingham (220 km / 137 mi)
• Crewe (285 km / 177 mi)
• Norwich (135 km / 84 mi)
• Woking (124 km / 77 mi)
• Norwich (135 km / 84 mi)
• Aylesbury (106 km / 66 mi)
• High Wycombe (114 km / 71 mi)
• Penzance (528 km / 328 mi)
• Peterborough (108 km / 67 mi)