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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to London Stansted Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $116. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to London Stansted

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to London Stansted flights are currently cheapest in May.

Birmingham to London: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$57
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to London Stansted: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to London Stansted is $116. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to London Stansted. But we found flights with one or more stops from $116.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to London Stansted is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to London Stansted Airport on Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and London Stansted Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London Stansted but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

  • Birmingham and London share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your BHX to STN flight.

  • During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and STN include:

    • Belfast International Airport

    • Glasgow International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport flight is $57. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $116. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to STN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from BHX to STN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Of the departures from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)

  • If you're landing on a late Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near STN:

  • Pick up a Stansted Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Stansted Airport around four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • Stansted Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stansted Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from BHX to STN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've seen London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.

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