Los Angeles to London, Essex (LAX–STN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to London, Essex
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+7h ahead 30 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and STN, connecting options are available through 30 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to STN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~48h
Longest
MDW ~9h 17m BED ~10h 17m SFO ~11h 15m TEB ~11h 36m CVG ~12h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,731
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → STN
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
Return
STN → LAX
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
London, Essex is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · STN: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in London, Essex.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–STN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to London, Essex route.
Route details
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: STN
Full nameLondon Stansted Airport
IATA / ICAOSTN / EGSS
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation348 ft / 106 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to STN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, BED, SFO, TEB, CVG, LUX, SJC, EWR, YYZ, PRG, ZAZ, ARN, NUE, BTS, MXP, FCO, AMS, LHR, LIS, EDI, HEL, TLV, CPH, DUB, MAD, BCN, CDG, DOH, DXB and CAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London, Essex is 7 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Yes, return flights from STN to LAX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.