London Stansted Airport experienced its busiest day ever on October 27th, exceeding 107,000 passengers. The airport also saw a record-breaking October, welcoming over 2.67 million travelers. This surge in passenger numbers highlights the strong rebound in travel demand following the pandemic and the growing popularity of Stansted as a hub for European and international travel.
British Airways has announced a new direct route from London Stansted Airport to Split Airport in Croatia, commencing on September 7th, 2024. This addition to their European network offers convenient and direct access to the Dalmatian Coast, boosting tourism and strengthening economic ties between the UK and Croatia.
London Stansted Airport is gearing up for its busiest summer ever, anticipating over 4.3 million passengers during the school holidays. The airport has implemented various improvements and launched a new booklet with deals and discounts for travelers.
London Stansted Airport is anticipating a surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming bank holiday weekend and half-term break, with an estimated 430,000 passengers expected to pass through the airport from May 25 to June 2. Over the three-day weekend alone, nearly 150,000 travelers are anticipated to depart from Stansted, with 50,000 departures scheduled for Saturday. Popular destinations for sun-seekers include the Canary Islands, Turkey, Spain, Italy, and Dubai, while Dublin, Edinburgh, and Barcelona are favored choices for city breaks. The airport is also expecting a significant influx of international visitors, with over 845,000 passengers expected to arrive during the half-term holiday.
Heathrow Airport has been ranked as the most stressful airport in Europe, according to a study by Preply. The study analyzed 25 of Europe’s biggest airports and took into account Google review scores, the volume of lost luggage queries, punctuality, and foot traffic per day. Heathrow scored 6.40 out of 10, with a decent Google review score of 4 out of 5, but a high number of lost luggage queries (34,700 in one year) and only 65.74% of flights leaving on time.
Manchester Airport was ranked as the second most stressful airport, with a score of 5.44 out of 10. It had a lower number of lost luggage queries (9,180) and a higher percentage of flights leaving on time (66.11%), but a lower Google review score (3 out of 5) and more reviews specifically mentioning stress.
Gatwick Airport was ranked as the third most stressful airport, with a score of 5.40 out of 10. It had a lower Google review score (3.8 out of 5) and a lower percentage of flights leaving on time (62.17%), but a lower number of lost luggage queries (112,048) and a lower foot traffic (184,716 passengers per day).
Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris was ranked as the fourth most stressful airport, with a score of 5.16 out of 10. It had a lower Google review score (3.6 out of 5) and a lower percentage of flights leaving on time (61.43%), but a lower number of lost luggage queries (22,345) and a lower foot traffic (167,890 passengers per day).
London Stansted Airport was ranked as the fifth most stressful airport, with a score of 5.14 out of 10. It had a higher Google review score (4.4 out of 5) and a higher percentage of flights leaving on time (67.49%), but a higher number of lost luggage queries (15,432) and a higher foot traffic (213,456 passengers per day).
London Stansted Airport reached new heights in April 2024, exceeding previous records for both passenger and cargo volumes. The airport handled 2.48 million passengers in April, surpassing the previous record set in 2019. Over the past year, Stansted has seen a 10.8% increase in passengers, handling over 28.64 million. Additionally, cargo operations reached a milestone with over 27,000 tonnes of freight passing through the airport in April. This connectivity is vital for the Greater Cambridge area’s business ecosystem, supporting industries in global trading and international e-commerce.
