DALLAS — London Stansted Airport (STN) has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 29 million passengers for the first time in its history. This achievement coincides with the airport's busiest June ever, highlighting its growing importance as a major travel hub.
Stansted welcomed a staggering 2.8 million passengers in June, representing an 8.3% increase compared to the same month last year. This surpasses the previous busiest June in 2019 by a significant 153,000 passengers.
The airport even witnessed its first-ever days exceeding 100,000 passengers in June, with June 28 seeing the third-highest passenger volume in STN’s history at over 100,800.
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Operational Efficiency, Diverse Network
Despite the surge in passenger traffic, STN maintained impressive operational performance. Nick Millar, STN’s Operations Director, emphasized that 97% of departing passengers in June cleared security within 15 minutes. The punctuality, combined with the airport's extensive route network is credited for the record-breaking month.
Moreover, several factors fueled the passenger surge in June. The early summer holiday season saw many travelers depart from Stansted, while international visitors also played a role. STN, with its convenient access to 10 German destinations, provided a gateway for English and UK-based fans traveling to cheer on their teams in Euro 2024.
Additionally, the airport's role as a gateway to London and the East of England attracted a substantial number of overseas visitors. Even royalty wasn't absent, as STN welcomed Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for their UK state visit.
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Looking Forward to a Busy Summer
Nick Millar anticipates further growth in passenger numbers as the peak summer travel season approaches. He highlighted the airport's dedication to ensuring a smooth and efficient journey for all passengers, even during peak periods.
With its focus on seamless travel and a diverse route network, STN is poised to play a vital role in facilitating summer travel plans.