Travelling from Brussels to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport (STN). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the two main airports in Brussels.
Stansted Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 1 hour behind Brussels.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Brussels to STN.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Brussels to STN leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
From the centre of Brussels, BRU is approximately 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and STN:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
Garons Airport (FNI)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour and 37 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 56 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to STN:
About Stansted Airport (STN)
Consider booking a hotel close to STN if you're taking a late flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Stansted Airport (STN)
C$60 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Stansted Airport. Return flights start from C$122. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Brussels to STN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Stansted Airport.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from Brussels to STN. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels to Stansted Airport.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Stansted Airport (STN)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit London, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for London. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Brussels to STN sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Stansted Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Stansted Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
One of the best ways to experience London is to check out its popular attractions. Essential stops include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
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