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Getting to Stansted Airport safely and stress-free will help you on your way to a great holiday! Use our step by step guide on all things travel including travelling with children, disabilities or special needs and parking at Stansted. |
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It's In Your Suitcase ... |
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The following travel tips guide is designed to help you and your family get your holiday off to a flying start - whether it's help and information on parking at Stansted, travelling with children, or disabilities and special needs, it's all here.
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Arriving At Stansted Airport ... |
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Located approximately 32 miles to the North East of London, Stansted Airport is accessible by road, rail, taxi and bus from the airport and surrounding area.
Its main car park is at the front of the terminal building, offering both short and long stay car parking.
Visit the ‘Getting to the Airport’ section in this Information Guide for more information on travelling to London by:
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Choose from short stay, long stay car parks, meet and greet valet parking or Fast Track car parking options.
Short stay parking is recommended for those only travelling for a day or two, or stays of up to five hours are also cost effective, so ideal for those persons dropping off or collecting passengers.
If passengers are away for more than a few days, long stay parking is recommended where a transfer bus service is available.
Alternatively, Stansted can offer Valet meet and greet parking - passengers using this ultra convenient valet parking system simply leave their car at a pre-arranged time with the meet and greet Rep at the airport terminal before heading straight for check in.
With the vehicle being stored in a secure parking compound, it is then delivered back to you at the terminal on your return. Valet meet and greet provides airline travellers the ultimate hassle free start and finish to their holiday or business trip. Meet and greet parking is especially good if travelling with young children, people with heavy bags or sports equipment, corporate travellers, and people with disabilities.
Expect to pay around £83 for one week and £118 for two weeks, depending on the operator you choose for meet and greet parking.
Pre-booking valet parking is advised to ensure availability. |
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| Fast Track parking is also available from Stansted Airport. The Fast Track under cover parking area is located within the short stay car park and offers the quickest and most convenient link into the terminal. Prices start from £11.00 for 24 hours or part thereof. |
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Arriving At The Airport ... |
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Upon your check-in you will need to move swiftly through to the departure lounge. At check-in you will be able to off load your main luggage and confirm your hand luggage contents are compliant.
With security increasing so has the length of time that it takes to check in along with any security checks.
Therefore, it is vitally important to arrive at the Airport in good time before your flight:
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Type Of Flight |
Check In Time |
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Long Haul Flights |
3 HOURS before departure |
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European Flights |
2 HOURS before departure |
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UK & Northern Ireland Flights |
1 HOUR before departure |
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Before check-in it is vitally important to keep all your luggage with you at all times. Do not let anyone else carry your luggage, and do not carry anyone else's luggage. Also keep your hand luggage with you at all times.
Do not look after another passenger's luggage and under no circumstances should you carry anything else onto the Aircraft for another passenger. Alert a member of staff at the Airport if you notice any unattended packages or notice any suspicious behaviour.
Once you have made your way to the departure lounge you will need to find out what gate you will be boarding from - keep any eye on the display boards that will issue this information.
You can find detailed information on the security checks you will pass through between the check-in desks and boarding the Aircraft by visiting the Airport Safety and Security section within this Fly Guide. |
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Flights, however much you are looking forward to your holiday, can be boring. Well just imagine how long that flight will seem to a small child. Read on for useful information on helping you all enjoy a more comfortable flight
What might you need on your flight? Have a careful think about this and pack it in your hand luggage. Hand luggage isn't just for your passport, ticket and cash. For example, do you need to pack any prescribed medication, sanitary protection, valuables and decongestants to make the flight more bearable if you have a cold, and possibly a change of top in case of delays.
In-flight meals can be quite small portions so if you are likely to get hungry it's worth having a good meal before you get onto the plane. Pack some snacks in your hand luggage to ward off any hunger on long-haul flights as buying them on board can be expensive (Customs will not allow you to take fruit or dairy products on the Aircraft).
Take a good book, some magazines and your personal stereo, as whilst long haul flights provide light entertainment it might not be your style.
Due to the cabin pressure and the atmosphere it can cause swollen hands and feet, and dry skin so staying comfortable can be tricky. Stay hydrated by drinking lots of water and try to avoid alcohol before and during the flight (or at the very least limiting your consumption). Carry some moisturiser to help prevent dry skin.
It can get cold in the cabin so take a jumper (it can double up as a pillow if you want to try and get some sleep). Give your feet a breather and take off your shoes.
Pack earplugs and an eye mask if you have trouble sleeping with the normal aircraft and passenger noises.
Suffer from travel sickness? Make sure you have packed remedies, i.e. pills or wrist bands.
The serious condition Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is where blood clots develop in the deep veins of the legs. Evidence shows that long-haul flights, especially when passengers have little or no exercise, may increase the risk of developing DVT.
Try to make an effort to walk around on the flight, especially if travelling on a long-haul journey. Stretch your legs, wiggle your toes to try and get blood circulating.
For more advice on DVT, who is more at risk and how to help prevent it, visit the Department of Health website.- Click Here |
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Staying Comfortable When Flying |
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1. Upgrade |
Enquire as to a complimentary upgrade to Business Class or First Class. |
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2. Front Row Seats |
Seats by the emergency exits or on the front of cabin sections benefit from having extra leg room. |
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3. Aisle Seats |
Aisle seats mean that at least one of you can stretch your legs out a bit (or all of you if you swap seats from time to time). And it means you can get out to the toilet easily without waking other passengers. |
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4. Pillow |
Think about taking your own pillow and light blanket for extra comfort, or buy a blow up neck supporter pillow to save on space. You might find that ear plugs can help to shut out some of the onboard noises, so you can get to sleep easier too. |
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5. Painful Ears |
Special ear plugs are available, if you suffer from painful ears, which equalise the air pressure on each side of the ear drum. Ear plugs, such as a brand called Earplanes, are especially useful if you have a cold or allergy / sinus problems. |
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6. Dehydration |
Make sure you drink lots of water during your flight to avoid dehydration. Take your own bottle of water onto the plane with you, just in case. |
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7. Snacks |
Pack some snacks in your hand luggage in case any of you get hungry. |
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8. Anxiety |
Learn some simple breathing skills that you can use on the flight to reduce your stress and calm you down if you suffer from anxiety. Help keep your mind off it with a crossword or a book. If you think your anxiety is too intense, it could be worth talking to your Doctor as they might be able to recommend something to help keep you calm before and during the flight. |
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Travel With Young Children ... |
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Travelling with small children, toddlers or babies? Help them enjoy the flight (and that means you will too). Pack some colouring books and crayons to keep them occupied.. Buy some inexpensive new toys/games and wrap each one up so it becomes a game too.
It's likely the younger members of your family will be offered an activity pack to help keep them entertained during the flight. These are great but don't rely on them, they will only help entertain for a little while.
Pack plenty of toys that you can use to play games with your children, for example, dolls, toy cars, toy planes, etc. Stories can then be built around the different toys, maybe even with a journey, holiday or aeroplane twist!
Travelling with a small baby? Pack plenty of baby food or formula milk just in case of delays, finger foods, cold water sterilising tablets, spare nappies and a change of clothing. Make sure you include something warm for baby to change into as the cabin can get very cold. |
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Travelling With Disabilities / Special Needs ... |
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Whist most Airlines are more than equipped to help disabled passengers, or those with special needs, it is worth checking that any special assistance is included in your ticket price and make them aware of your disability or special needs in advance of your travel dates.
If in a wheelchair, you may be asked to transfer to an airline wheelchair at check-in. If you would like to stay in your own wheelchair to boarding, double check with your airline if this is possible before you leave for the airport.
Be aware that Stansted Airport is a large building with a huge number of boarding gates. There are often long distances to travel between the terminals and to the gates.
Passengers should pre-arrange the need for special needs vehicles to prevent any delays in the airport. |
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