Car Rental at London Stansted Airport

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London Airport Stansted, London, United Kingdom
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Mini
Fiat 500 or similar
Fiat 500
  • 4
  • 2
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Drivalia
$21.23 per day
Economy
Kia Rio or similar
Kia Rio
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
GreenMotion
$22.21 per day
Compact
Ford Focus or similar
Ford Focus
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Keddy
$28.22 per day
Intermediate SUV
MG ZS or similar
MG ZS
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Europcar
$41.84 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Standard SUV
Ford Kuga or similar
Ford Kuga
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Alamo
$50.60 / per day
Full-size
BMW 3 series Aut. or similar
BMW 3 series Aut.
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$165.60 / per day
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class or similar
Mercedes Benz A Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$234.01 / per day
Premium
Mercedes Benz C Class or similar
Mercedes Benz C Class
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$268.82 / per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 11:57 on 2023-06-03. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information

Language
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$104.07 / per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96 - 112 km/h
60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Rating
8.8
Average gasoline price
$2.18 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$2.45 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.84 per liter
London Airport Stansted Car Rental

Airport Car Rental

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 airport’s being located 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 20 minutes.

Top international routes

  • Dublin
  • Rome
  • Madrid
  • Milan
  • Malaga
  • Barcelona

Main airlines

Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, Eurowings, British Airways, and TUI Airways

Terminals

The main terminal building is made up of Satellite 1, Satellite 2, Satellite 3, and the Advanced Passenger Vehicle (APV) building. You can easily walk between any two parts of the airport. There are plans to construct a new arrivals terminal that could be completed and open to passengers by 2021.

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

  • Station wagons - from $135 per day
  • Large cars - from $28 per day
  • Medium cars - from $24 per day
  • Vans - from $143 per day
  • Premium cars - from $96 per day
  • Small cars - from $21 per day
  • SUVs - from $29 per day

Car rental desks

All can be found in the separate Car Rental Village, just outside the airport. You’ll find it easily by following the signs.

Services and facilities

There are many bars, restaurants, and cafés, a grocery store, shops and duty-free outlets for passengers leaving the EU. You’ll also find several ATMs, currency exchanges, an on-site hotel, 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. There are many other gas stations near Stansted Airport and on the way to London.

Popular one-way rentals

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Airport info

Rating
7.0
  • Getting to the airport 7.4
  • Check-in and departures 7.4
  • Terminal facilities 7.1
  • Wi-Fi 6.0
  • Restaurants and car rental services 7.0
  • Lounge 7.0

London Airport Stansted (STN)

  • IATA: STN
  • ICAO: EGSS
  • Name: London Airport Stansted (STN)
  • Distance from city: 37.3 miles / 60 km

Top 20 Locations near London Stansted Airport

  1. Car Rental in Downtown Enfield from $138.03 per day
    31.6 km / 19.6 miles away
  2. Car Rental in London Woodford Green from $189.95 per day
    33.4 km / 20.8 miles away
  3. Car Rental in London Ilford from $42.87 per day
    38.0 km / 23.6 miles away
  4. Car Rental at Luton Airport from $21.36 per day
    41.4 km / 25.7 miles away
  5. Car Rental at London Stratford Train Station from $98.70 per day
    41.6 km / 25.8 miles away
  6. Car Rental in Luton (Downtown) from $41.77 per day
    43.9 km / 27.3 miles away
  7. Car Rental at London City Airport from $30.56 per day
    44.0 km / 27.3 miles away
  8. Car Rental at London Kings Cross Train Station from $58.86 per day
    46.2 km / 28.7 miles away
  9. Car Rental at London St Pancras Train Station from $54.89 per day
    46.5 km / 28.9 miles away
  10. Car Rental at London Marylebone Train Station from $32.10 per day
    48.7 km / 30.3 miles away
  11. Car Rental at Waterloo Train Station from $42.87 per day
    49.2 km / 30.6 miles away
  12. Car Rental in London Edgware Road from $32.10 per day
    49.4 km / 30.7 miles away
  13. Car Rental at London Paddington Train Station from $34.78 per day
    49.8 km / 30.9 miles away
  14. Car Rental in London Lewisham from $160.43 per day
    50.0 km / 31.1 miles away
  15. Car Rental at London Hammersmith Train Station
    54.3 km / 33.7 miles away
  16. Car Rental in London Fulham from $40.62 per day
    54.4 km / 33.8 miles away
  17. Car Rental at London Heathrow Airport from $19.91 per day
    66.0 km / 41.0 miles away
  18. Car Rental at London Airport Gatwick from $20.90 per day
    87.1 km / 54.1 miles away
  19. Car Rental at Norwich Airport from $34.53 per day
    113.2 km / 70.3 miles away
  20. Car Rental at Birmingham Airport from $24.42 per day
    149.3 km / 92.8 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices the lowest at London Stansted Airport?

The cost of renting a car at London Stansted Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at London Stansted Airport
$35.10
January
$44.98
February
$40.58
March
$48.78
April
$54.87
May
$79.96
June
$92.41
July
$82.42
August
$62.28
September
$49.86
October
$39.65
November
$55.17
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at London Stansted Airport is January — when rental costs average $35.10 per day. This is 39% cheaper than the yearly average and 62% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $92.41 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at London Stansted Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 8 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 5 days.
Average rental length at London Stansted Airport
5
January
5
February
6
March
6
April
6
May
6
June
7
July
8
August
6
September
6
October
5
November
7
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at London Stansted Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at London Stansted Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at London Stansted Airport in December, while they are least likely to rent in in February.
Monthly searches at London Stansted Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
96%
January
64%
February
96%
March
124%
April
115%
May
106%
June
106%
July
93%
August
82%
September
100%
October
79%
November
139%
December

Car Rental Information

Popular suppliers Easirent, Keddy, Alamo, Drivalia, GreenMotion
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans
Lowest price $21 per day
Cheapest supplier Drivalia

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Easirent Fiat 500 3 2 Small cars
Easirent Ford Fiesta 5 2 Small cars
Easirent Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars
Keddy Ford Focus 5 2 Medium cars
Keddy Vauxhall Crossland 5 2 SUVs
Keddy Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Drivalia Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Drivalia Ford Fiesta 5 1 Small cars
Easirent Ford Fiesta 5 1 Small cars
Alamo Ford Focus 4 2 Medium cars

FAQ

Does my rental car have a mileage limit?
Mileage limitations vary across rental companies and rental offers. Please see the rental conditions for the offer you are interested in to find out the number of miles included (or it includes unlimited mileage).
Would it be possible to use a debit card to pay for the rental?
While it is possible to use a debit card on our website, a credit card is usually required to pick up the car. There are some companies that will accept debit cards, though. Be sure to check the payment policy section of the rental conditions to see if a company accepts debit cards or not.
Is there any insurance to remove the deductible or reduce it to zero?
It is usually possible to purchase additional coverage at the rental desk that would eliminate the deductible. In many cases, a small deposit is still required to cover incidentals. An alternative, if you are willing to leave a larger deposit, is to purchase our Full Coverage which is usually significantly cheaper and will reimburse you for any part of the deductible that you pay to the rental company for damage or theft.
Is road assistance provided?
It depends on the vehicle you choose. It is included in most, but not all, offers. Be sure to check the description of the car you choose to be sure.

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

France
Ford Fiesta
April 11, 2023
Accomplished all objectives. Car was economical and eco friendly so avoided ULEZ charge.
Norway
VW Caddy 7 seater
March 2, 2023
Good fun at RaceRetro in Coventry
Malta
Fiat 500
January 28, 2023
Only visited family.
Israel
Ford Focus
December 28, 2022
Fuel consumption was low
Spain
Fiat 500
October 31, 2022
the service I got from Easirent was second to none
Czech Republic
Ford Focus
October 24, 2022
Stonehenge was amazing!!!
Saudi Arabia
Vauxhall Astra
September 5, 2022
Nature spots
Italy
Fiat 500
August 4, 2022
Holiday in nature and small cities
United Kingdom
Toyota RAV4
August 13, 2020
The staff are good and very accommodating
United Kingdom
VW Polo
December 19, 2019
London was easy but you do have to pay parking fees to most places you go. A Gps sat nave is essential.
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
October 17, 2019
Nice and reliable cars, very good customer service
Spain
Vauxhall Astra
July 26, 2019
Renting a car to go to central London is not the brightest idea. To the contrary it is perfect to drive around in the nice surroundings.
Qatar
VW Polo
May 22, 2019
Have fun

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company
Enterprise
9.3 / 10
Lowest rated company
GreenMotion
8.1 / 10
Total number of reviews
16
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
$104.07
Lowest daily price
$21.23
Total cars available
210

Top 12 Suppliers at London Stansted Airport in 2023

Enterprise
Enterprise
Exceptional 9.3 / 12 reviews
+441279682955
Car Rental Village, Coopers End Rd, Stansted CM24 1SJ
$53 - $377
Alamo
Alamo
Excellent 8.9 / 51 reviews
+441279682955
Car Rental Village, Coopers End Rd, Stansted CM24 1SJ
$38 - $377
Keddy
Keddy
Excellent 8.9 / 41 reviews
+4403713843419
CAR RENTAL VILLAGE
$25 - $39
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59
Europcar
Europcar
Excellent 8.9 / 17 reviews
+4403713843419
COOPERS END ROAD
$30 - $46
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59
SIXT
SIXT
Excellent 8.7 / 15 reviews
+442070188246
Coopers End Rd, Stansted CM24 1SJ
$89 - $265
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:10:00-22:00
Hertz
Hertz
Excellent 8.7 / 5 reviews
+4408433093071
Coopers End Rd, Stansted CM24 1SJ
$31 - $98
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Drivalia
Drivalia
Excellent 8.5 / 17 reviews
+4401279215341
Maple Parking Stanstead Thermal Avenue CM24 1PY LONDON
$21 - $178
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:30
Tue:06:00-23:30
Wed:06:00-23:30
Thu:06:00-23:30
Fri:06:00-23:30
Sat:06:00-23:30
Sun:06:00-23:30
National
National
Excellent 8.4 / 2 reviews
+4401279682955
CAR RENTAL VILLAGE, COOPERS END ROAD
$58 - $396
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
Firefly
Firefly
Excellent 8.4
08433093071
CAR RENTAL VILLAGE
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Interrent
Interrent
Excellent 8.2
+443713843419
Car Rental Village
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Tue:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Wed:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Thu:08:00-23:00
Fri:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Sat:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Sun:00:00-01:00; 08:00-23:00
Easirent
Easirent
Excellent 8.1 / 201 reviews
+441279215341
Unit 6, Stansted Distribution Centre Start Hill
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Tue:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Wed:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Thu:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Fri:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Sat:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
Sun:06:00-23:59; 00:00-00:30
GreenMotion
GreenMotion
Excellent 8.1 / 94 reviews
+4401279210961 / +447983648947
Novotel Hotel, Round Coppice Rd, Stansted CM24 1SF
$21 - $81
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:59
Tue:06:00-23:59
Wed:06:00-23:59
Thu:06:00-23:59
Fri:06:00-23:59
Sat:06:00-23:59
Sun:06:00-23:59

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