Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Almeria Airport (LEI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Almeria is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to LEI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Almeria (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between STN and LEI include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Almeria Airport (LEI)
Right now, £22 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £56. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from STN to LEI by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from STN to LEI by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, 64.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Stansted Airport is about 40 miles from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near STN:
Arriving at Almeria Airport (LEI)
Consider staying in a hotel near LEI if you're taking a late Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up an Almeria Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Almeria's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Almeria Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Almeria Airport (LEI) to central Almeria
Almeria Airport to the centre of Almeria has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almeria Airport (LEI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Almeria in January.
The warmest month in Almeria is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Stansted Airport to Almeria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from STN to LEI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Almeria is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 170 miles west of Almeria, a visit to Ceuta will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Playa de Calamocarro, Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante.
Around 110 miles south of Almeria, Melilla is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Melilla la Vieja, Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Hernandez Park.