Which airlines fly to London Stansted Airport?

Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to London Stansted Airport from South Africa are Emirates and British Airways. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

Emirates Flights to London Stansted Airport

The most popular airline for flights to London Stansted Airport on momondo is Emirates, which operates 14 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Dubai Intl, with the best deal for Emirates flights to London Stansted Airport being R12 677 (return, Cape Town Intl to London Stansted Airport, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 3 336 Emirates reviews, it is rated 8,1 by momondo users.

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

How long does it take to fly to London Stansted Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into London Stansted Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 11h 05m and 11h 40m, respectively.

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14:30 - 11:30JNB-STN

22h 00m2 stops

13:30 - 13:05STN-JNB

22h 35m2 stops

R12 436Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22

23:59 - 20:05JNB-STN

22h 06m2 stops

12:00 - 22:05STN-JNB

32h 05m3 stops

R12 523Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

16:40 - 18:25JNB-STN

26h 45m2 stops

14:25 - 14:40STN-JNB

22h 15m2 stops

R12 713Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29

16:40 - 19:05JNB-STN

28h 25m2 stops

12:00 - 14:40STN-JNB

24h 40m2 stops

R12 800Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20

18:50 - 12:05JNB-STN

19h 15m1 stop

14:05 - 10:25STN-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R12 974Emirates

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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Feb 8

19:10 - 12:55JNB-STN

18h 45m1 stop

14:05 - 10:25STN-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R13 060Emirates

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Thu, Oct 16 - Thu, Nov 27

19:10 - 12:55JNB-STN

18h 45m1 stop

14:05 - 20:35STN-JNB

28h 30m1 stop

R13 078Emirates

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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29

13:40 - 12:05CPT-STN

24h 25m1 stop

20:15 - 16:45STN-CPT

18h 30m1 stop

R13 112Emirates

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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Feb 8

18:50 - 12:05JNB-STN

19h 15m1 stop

14:05 - 10:25STN-JNB

18h 20m1 stop

R13 147Emirates

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Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Feb 4

22:20 - 18:45JNB-STN

21h 25m1 stop

14:55 - 16:15STN-JNB

24h 20m1 stop

R13 182Emirates

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JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

14:30-11:30

2 stops22h 00m

London Stansted

Wed 22/10

13:30-13:05

2 stops22h 35m

R12 436

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

23:59-20:05

2 stops22h 06m

London Stansted

Thu 6/11

12:00-22:05

3 stops32h 05m

R12 523

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

16:40-18:25

2 stops26h 45m

London Stansted

Wed 29/10

14:25-14:40

2 stops22h 15m

R12 713

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

16:40-19:05

2 stops28h 25m

London Stansted

Thu 20/11

12:00-14:40

2 stops24h 40m

R12 800

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

London Stansted

Sun 8/2

14:05-10:25

1 stop18h 20m

R12 974

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

London Stansted

Thu 27/11

14:05-10:25

1 stop18h 20m

R13 060

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

19:10-12:55

1 stop18h 45m

London Stansted

Wed 29/10

14:05-20:35

1 stop28h 30m

R13 078

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

13:40-12:05

1 stop24h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 8/2

20:15-16:45

1 stop18h 30m

R13 112

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

18:50-12:05

1 stop19h 15m

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

14:05-10:25

1 stop18h 20m

R13 147

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

22:20-18:45

1 stop21h 25m

London Stansted

Sun 12/10

14:55-16:15

1 stop24h 20m

R13 182

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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.

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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 R13 371. 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 R15 094.

What is the cheapest month to fly to London Stansted Airport?

If you’re not able to fly to London Stansted Airport in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to London Stansted Airport during March average around R13 268.

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 R13 338 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 R14 200. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Cheapest flights to London Stansted

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	23% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Stansted Airport costs on average just R11 274 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	27% more expensive	It costs about R18 611 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	April	675% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to London Stansted Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April 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 365
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 436
Fastest flight time	18h 45m
Popular in	November

The best one-way flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 365 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Stansted).

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The best round-trip flight price to London from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R12 436 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Stansted).

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The fastest flight to London from South Africa takes 18h 45m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Stansted).

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November has the highest demand for flights to London, with a 4% price increase on average.

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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 February; however great deals can be found at other times.

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, London Luton Airport or London Southend 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 647/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 Edinburgh for R853. This is 92% 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.

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 2 as of September 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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