This London Stansted airport lounges guide reviews all the lounges available to passengers at the airport – from airline and alliance lounges to independent paid-for entry lounges.
London Stansted Airport (IATA code: STN, ICAO: EGSS) has a single terminal and is the fourth busiest airport in the UK. It is located in the county of Essex some 47 km (29 miles) northeast of central London.
London Stansted is operated by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and is the largest base for no-frills airline Ryanair.
London Stansted Lounges – Quick Summary
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The access rules for each London Stansted lounge is explained. Lounges are marked by airline/alliance or whether entry is possible by payment, via the Priority Pass or DragonPass annual lounge access programs or directly by American Express Platinum or Centurion cards.
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London Stansted Airport Lounges
London Stansted Airport currently has 2 lounges available to travelers:
- Escape Lounge London Stansted [Book]
- Emirates Lounge
Escape Lounge London Stansted
PAIDPPDP – The Escape Lounge opened back in 2015 and is the only pay-for-entry lounge at Stansted. Escape Lounges are run by CAVU (founded by MAG – Manchester Airport Group).
The Stansted Escape lounge includes comfortable seating, complimentary food and drinks, newspapers/magazines and dedicated work spaces. There are windows on one side with some limited views and free WiFi is available.
There are no shower facilities.
Paid entrance to any passenger is available from £39.99 if booking online in advance. The walk-in price is £49, subject to capacity. Access is available from 3 hours prior to departure.
Free entry is granted to Priority Pass and DragonPass holders subject to availability – pre-booking for a guaranteed entry can be done for £6.
After security, follow signs to the Escape lounge, walking beyond Pret A Manger.
Open daily 04:00-20:30.
Book via the official Escape Lounges site here
Emirates Lounge London Stansted
EMIRATES – The Gulf carrier opened its Stansted lounge in September 2024, making it the 6th lounge in its UK network. It serves its Stansted premium passengers for the 2x daily flights to Dubai which depart in the afternoon and evening.
This is a spacious 900m² lounge which can handle 125 passengers.
The lounge features the signature Emirates beige and cream decor found in many of its lounges. It has a high quality hot/cold food buffet and bar area with locally-sourced food in partnership with Sussex-based Full Circles Farms.
Premium drinks and spirits are on offer including Moet & Chandon champagne.
There are also shower facilities, a business area and free WiFi. Large windows flood the lounge with light and provide excellent airport views.
Access is granted to first and business class Emirates passengers plus Emirates IO, Emirates Skywards Platinum/Gold members and Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold flying on Emirates.
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs a hefty $125 (Skywards members), $155 (non-members). At current exchange rates that is approximately £100 and £125 respectively.
The lounge is located at the departure gates of Satellite 1 – a short walk to boarding.
Open daily 10:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:00.
London Stansted Airport Lounges Summary
Stansted Airport Lounges By Numbers: 2 Stansted airport lounges 1 open access lounges 1 Priority Pass lounges 1 DragonPass lounges 1 airline lounge 0 arrivals lounge
Which London Stansted Airport Lounges can be accessed with Priority Pass?
1 lounge only – the Escape Lounge.
Priority Pass holders also get a £18 credit at The Camden Bar & Kitchen.
Thinking about Priority Pass membership? Click here for a special 10% discount which will provide access to the Escape Lounge at Stansted and 1,400+ lounges worldwide.
Which London Stansted Airport Lounges can be accessed with DragonPass?
1 lounge only – the Escape Lounge.
Is there an American Express Lounge at London Stansted?
No. There are no American Express branded lounges at London Stansted airport. Amex Platinum card holders can get lounge access via the Priority Pass program.
Are there Star Alliance, Oneworld or Skyteam lounges at London Stansted?
No, the major airline alliances have a limited presence at Stansted and so there are no dedicated alliance lounges.
Is there a dress code at Stansted airport lounges?
Yes, the Escape Lounge requires guests to wear smart-casual clothing; sport shirts, track suits and revealing clothes/fancy dress are all forbidden.
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See our other UK airport lounges guides:
- London Heathrow airport lounges
- London Gatwick airport lounges
- Manchester airport lounges
- Edinburgh airport lounges
For more on lounge access in general please see How To Get Airport Lounge Access – The Ultimate Guide
- First published 25 March 2025.
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