London Stansted Airport - Terminal - Tips

"Cafe Nero has a quiet area in the back. "

"Use the far left lanes, they have the new scanners and you don't have to take the liquids out. "

"There is no smoking area within London Stansted Airport as it is a smoke-free airport. This is because of British laws on smoking in enclosed public spaces.

Smoking is only allowed in designated areas that area outside the terminal building before security. Vaping and the use of electronic cigarettes are also not allow in the terminal.

Smoking areas are provided outside the terminal building landside with bins for cigarette butts next to the bus stop.

Connecting flights passengers must enter the United Kingdom in order to smoke outside the terminal before passing through security and passport control for your flight. Make sure you have plenty of time if you are thinking of entering the UK to smoke.

More information: https://www.stanstedairport.com/help/frequently-asked-questions/"

"Navigation at Stansted is pretty easy and straightforward. After security, you go through duty-free and shop to the large seating area. There you will find shops, restaurants and a lounge. To the right is where you will find all the gates."

"There is only one terminal at Stansted."

"There is a shuttle to take you to further gates however there have been times when it has not been working. I would recommend giving plenty of time to walk to the terminal. They have estimated walk times on a sign above where you can get the shuttle to give you a rough area."

"Charging in the seating area is very hit-and-miss, some work some don't. Your best bet is to head to your gate early and find a wall socket if you're desperate for power, although there may not be any seats around the sockets."

"There is only one lounge. Toilets are not located in the lounge, to access you will need to exit the lounge up the stairs and head to the public toilets. Wifi is great, the lounge has its own wifi as it is located in the basement. If you need to charge devices you can ask for a table near the wall although this may not be possible. Comfortable and has everything you need to eat and drink."

"Charging points in the chairs don't work and only at some gates you might find a hidden wall socket."

"Can take around 45 minutes during normal operating hours. Your best bet would be to aim to gates located on the right hand side next to that fast pass lane."

"Can't always cope with the amount of visitors. Also there is a limit of using it for maximum 2 hours within 24 hours for free."

"Two located after security. One halfway on the right hand side by the toilets before you reach the big open seating area and one by the toilets located by Pret."