London Stansted is preparing for its busiest week of the year so far, with more than 800,000 passengers expected to pass through the terminal over the next 10 days.
Families from London and the East of England will be taking advantage of the half‑term break to enjoy some winter sun, head to the ski slopes, or visit friends and family abroad.
This Saturday (14 Feb), which is also Valentine’s Day, is likely to be one of the busiest days.
Popular winter sun destinations include the Canary Islands, southern Spain, Turkey and Dubai.
Skiers will be flying to well‑known resorts via airports such as Geneva, Chambéry, Grenoble, Turin, Innsbruck and Zurich.
Short European city breaks are also proving popular, with Edinburgh, Vienna, Amsterdam, Dublin and Barcelona among the top picks.
With the busy half‑term period approaching, the airport is reminding passengers to prepare for a smoother journey through security.
All Stansted security lanes now have new scanners, so passengers no longer need to take liquids or electronics out of their bags. However, Government rules still apply, meaning liquids must be in containers of 100ml or less. Usual exceptions, such as baby formula and breast milk, are still allowed.
Full details on what passengers can take through security are available on London Stansted’s website, as well as on the UK Government’s website.
Nick Millar, London Stansted’s Operations Director, said: “Our teams are ready to welcome passengers travelling through the airport over the half‑term break, and we want everyone to start their trip as smoothly as possible. There are a few simple things travellers can do that really help. We always suggest checking your airline’s advice on when to arrive, usually two to three hours before your flight, and taking a moment to review the hand‑luggage rules. With our new security scanners, you can leave liquids and electronics in your bag, but all liquids must still be in containers under 100ml. We also encourage passengers to plan their journey to the airport and check for any travel disruption before setting off.”
