London, Essex to Košice (STN–KSC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
STN–KSC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 950 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 4 | 73H | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Košice from London, Essex
| Metric | STN→KSC | LTN→KSC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from STN | – | 26 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 5 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
STN: BST · KSC: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, Essex, it's 7:00 PM in Košice.
British passport holders enter Slovakia (and the entire Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can request proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen states. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Bratislava (BTS) run about 2 hours 15 minutes on Ryanair and Wizz Air. Slovakia uses the euro. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Bratislava is only 65 km from Vienna, so many travelers fly to Vienna (VIE) and take the bus or boat to Bratislava (1 hour). Vienna airport is actually closer to Bratislava's city center than Vienna's own city center. If driving, a highway vignette is required (EUR 17 for 10 days) from eznamka.sk or at border petrol stations.
STN–KSC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from STN to KSC
London Stansted Airport (STN) and Košice International Airport (KSC) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
STN to KSC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from STN to KSC is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 950 miles (1,529 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Vienna, Václav Havel and Dublin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN).