London Stansted: private jet rental

London Stansted: introduction

London Stansted, located in Essex some 64 kilometers northeast of central London, is one of the main airports serving the British capital. Opened in 1943 as a military airbase, Stansted became a civilian airport in 1966.

Since then, it has grown significantly to become one of the UK’s busiest airports. Its strategic location makes it a major gateway for national and international travel, attracting a constant flow of passengers and airlines from all over the world. Find out more about London Stansted airport with AEROAFFAIRES.

London Stansted: a little history

London Stansted airport has a rich and varied history. The airport began life as a military air base during the Second World War. Built in 1942 by the US Army, it was used for bombing missions by American and British air forces.

After the war, Stansted remained under military control until 1966. At that date, the British government decided to convert it into a civilian airport. This decision was in response to the growing demand for air travel in the London area. The airport was officially opened to civilian traffic in 1969.

Over the years, Stansted has undergone significant expansion to meet growing passenger demand. In 1991, the current terminal was opened, marking a new era of modernization and growth for the airport.

Today, Stansted is one of the UK’s leading airports. Its eventful history as a military base transformed into a civilian airport makes it an important part of the UK airport landscape. It serves millions of passengers every year with flights to national and international destinations. It is a preferred choice for business aviation, as well as for low-cost airlines such as EasyJet and Ryanair, who have made it their base.

How do I get to London Stansted?

There are several options for business travellers looking for fast, efficient access to London Stansted.

Stansted airport has terminals dedicated to business aviation, offering personalized services for passengers. The 4 dedicated business aviation terminals at Stansted Airport are Harrods Aviation, Universal Aviation, Inflight and XJet. These FBOs are designed to offer fast, efficient processing of arrival and departure formalities. In particular, they offer direct access to aircraft.

In addition, Stansted has customs and immigration processing facilities for international passengers. These facilities facilitate travel to and from international destinations. They enable passengers to benefit from comprehensive services without having to pass through the often congested main airports. Pets are also accepted at Stansted.

Finally, tailor-made ground transportation services are available for travelers on tailor-made flights. AEROAFFAIRES offers personalized transfer services. Enjoy a comfortable and smooth journey from the airport to your final destination. 

London Stansted by private jet with AEROAFFAIRES

An expert in private jet charter, AEROAFFAIRES offers a VIP and personalized service at the best price. Whatever aircraft you are looking for, your dedicated air advisor will provide you with 24/7 assistance up to 2 hours before your flight.

Already nearly 95,000 passengers have traveled with AEROAFFAIRES, on more than 20,000 different private jets. Traveling with AEROAFFAIRES also supports our Sky CO2 program, which offers to finance the preservation of ecosystems in France.

Fill out our online quote, or contact us by phone at +33 (0) 1 44 09 91 82 or by email at charter@aeroaffaires.com.

Location & access

The distance between Stansted airport and central London is approximately 64 kilometers (40 miles). It is 25 minutes by helicopter from the business center (London Heliport).

The journey by car takes about 1 hour.

AEROAFFAIRES offers personalized transfer services. Enjoy a comfortable and smooth journey from the airport to your final destination.

Useful information

Recommandations

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