San Jose to London, Essex (SJC–STN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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San Jose to London, Essex
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
5,356 mi 9h 42m nonstop +8h ahead 19 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SJC and STN, connecting options are available through 19 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJC to STN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
186
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach London, Essex from San Jose

Nearby airports with service to London Stansted Airport.
Metric SJC→STN SFO→STN
Distance from SJC – 30 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 0 1
Flight time 9h 42m 9h 15m
Departure OTP 86% –
San Francisco (SFO) to London, Essex flights
Airports within 200 miles of SJC with service to London Stansted Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+8h
London, Essex is 8 hours ahead of San Jose.
SJC: PDT · STN: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in London, Essex.
Distance & Flight Time
5,356 mi / 8,619 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 42m.
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.

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Facts

SJC–STN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Jose to London, Essex route.
Route details
Distance5,356 mi / 8,619 km
Flight time9h 42m
Time difference+8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: SJC
Full nameNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 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 SJC to STN flights.
Nonstop flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to London Stansted Airport take approximately 9h 42m. The route covers 5,356 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, BED, DUB, SFO, MSY, EDI, SDF, TEB, IAD, EWR, YYZ, SAV, ARN, NAS, BER, OPF, NCE, RAK and BCN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London, Essex is 8 hours ahead of San Jose.
Yes, return flights from STN to SJC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SFO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Flights from SJC to STN

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SJC to STN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SJC to STN ranges from 9 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,356 miles (8,619 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO).