Large airport · London, Essex, United Kingdom
London Stansted Airport
London Stansted Airport is a large airport serving London, Essex, United Kingdom. Its IATA code is STN. Its ICAO code is EGSS. It has 1 runway, longest 10,003 ft (ASP). Elevation 348 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | London, Essex, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| IATA code | STN |
| ICAO code | EGSS |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 10,003 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 348 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 51.8850° N, 0.2350° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: http://www.stanstedairport.com/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to London Stansted Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Tower of London · United Kingdom · 29.3 miles away
- St Paul's Cathedral · United Kingdom · 29.4 miles away
- Tower Bridge · United Kingdom · 29.4 miles away
- British Museum · United Kingdom · 29.6 miles away
- Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower) · United Kingdom · 30.7 miles away
- Westminster Abbey · United Kingdom · 30.8 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to London Stansted Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- The Broads · United Kingdom · 76.0 miles away
Airports nearby
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for London Stansted Airport?
London Stansted Airport — its IATA code is STN and its ICAO code is EGSS.
Where is London Stansted Airport located?
London Stansted Airport serves London, Essex, United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 51.8850° N, 0.2350° E.
How high is London Stansted Airport?
London Stansted Airport sits at 348 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#2476
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London_Stansted_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.