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Cheap flights to Essex from $23 One Way, $57 Round Trip

$57 return flights and $23 one-way flights to Essex were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
GLABishop's StortfordDecember 19 to January 5$129
GLALutonDecember 19 to January 5$129
MUCLondonDecember 21 to January 4$200
GLALondonDecember 19 to January 5$256
OSLLondonDecember 21 to December 25$280
BRULondonDecember 21 to December 24$280
FCOLondonDecember 19 to December 22$281
FCOLondonDecember 19 to December 22$281
VIEBishop's StortfordDecember 19 to December 22$341
FCOLondonDecember 21 to December 24$397
FCOLondonDecember 21 to December 24$397
BRULondonDecember 19 to December 21$402
VIELondonDecember 19 to December 22$447
BOSLondonDecember 21 to January 19$984
BOSLondonDecember 20 to December 26$2,157
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Essex Accommodation Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

2.5 out of 5
Welcome Break Service Area Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$43 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$52 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect ,clean room,very helpful staff,advised well re the parking We find this hotel when travelling from Stansted spot on

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

3.5 out of 5
Welcome Break Birchanger Green Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$47 nightly
The price is $56 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$56 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,027 reviews)
Cleanliness, the reception staff were all excellent. Good restaurant and bar area too.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

3 out of 5
A127 Southend Arterial Road Basildon England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$43 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$52 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Basildon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
6.4/10 (796 reviews)
Room was spotless and the staff were great.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Thremhall Avenue Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundable
$79 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$95 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,150 reviews)
All fab

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Essex Apartment Hotels

Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space

Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space

Lee over Sands ENG
Book a stay at this family-friendly chalet in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St. Osyth Beach and Jaywick ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
It’s a loverly cottage to stay in nice walks beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

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Foresight House

Foresight House

3.5 out of 5
5 Foresight Road Colchester England
Stay at this apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Gosfield Lake Golf Club and Roman Circus House are located ...
Beautiful place,was really shocked by the size.. thank you rob and Louise..

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2022

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Icon Becket Apartment

Icon Becket Apartment

3.5 out of 5
205 Becket House, New Road Brentwood England
Stay at this apartment in Brentwood. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Merrymeads Country Park and Hopefield Animal ...
Great convenient location for town, shops and restaurants, but also quiet and no disturbances. Very nicely laid out apartment.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2019

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Icon Harwich Apartment

Icon Harwich Apartment

3 out of 5
1 Pepys Street Harwich England
$106 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$127 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this apartment in Harwich. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Beacon Hill Fort and Old Harwich Lighthouse are ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

4 out of 5
Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$122 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,541 reviews)
Superior room was much nicer than the standard room last year. Quick check in

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
Thremhall Avenue Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundable
$79 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$95 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,150 reviews)
All fab

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

3 out of 5
Bassingbourn Road, Essex Stansted England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$108 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stansted. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,283 reviews)
Staff were lovely, room was clean and breakfast hit the spot. Will stay again

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

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DeSalis Hotel London Stansted

DeSalis Hotel London Stansted

3 out of 5
Hall Road ( opposite Green St.) Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$59 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Dec 17 to Dec 18
$71 total
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (932 reviews)
I have stayed at this hotel three times. During my first stay, I was given a newer room, which was very nice. On my second and third stays, I got older rooms, but they were still clean and comfortable. I slept well each night. The staff were nice and friendly throughout my visits. Parking was available ...

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Essex

Oyster Fleet Hotel

Oyster Fleet Hotel

2 out of 5
21 Knightswick Road Canvey Island England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$84 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Dec 17 to Dec 18
$100 total
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Canvey Island. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Thorney Bay Beach and Thames Road are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Clean room, lovely staff ,really Good food and reasonable prices ,

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

3 out of 5
Birchwood Road Colchester England
Fully refundable
$54 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$64 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great Rooms

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

4 out of 5
Old Shire Lane Waltham Abbey England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$79 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$95 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waltham Abbey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (357 reviews)
Helpful staff

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

4 out of 5
Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$122 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,541 reviews)
Superior room was much nicer than the standard room last year. Quick check in

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Essex

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Low Prices for Essex Flights

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Essex?
Lock in a ticket with one of the 24 airlines that fly to Stansted Airport (STN) and come prepared for exciting new adventures. This popular airport is a major entry point for exploring Essex. When you're ready to discover the region, these trusted carriers will get you there:

  • Ryanair - 2,551 flights to Essex per month
  • Jet2 - 240 flights to Essex per month
  • EasyJet - 124 flights to Essex per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Essex?
Stansted Airport (STN) is a popular gateway to Essex. While many make this their entry point to the region, others choose to fly into Southend Airport (SEN). Compare prices and work out which is best based on where you'll be staying.
How much is a flight to Essex?
Round-trip prices dropped as low as $57 this week to Essex, and increased to a peak of $2,157. Travelers departing Barcelona (BCN) managed to bag one-way flights from just $23.
How to book the cheapest flight to Essex?
With some of the most affordable flight deals around, bagging a bargain is easy with Orbitz. The following handy hints will help you pick up cheap flights to Essex — and leave you with more cash to play with:

  • Departing from or landing at nearby airports can sometimes help you save on airfares. Type in your preferred departure and arrival points. Next, select the 'Nearby airports' function below the form fields to compare your options.
  • Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link and you'll see the fares on days around your selected departure. You may be able to pick up cheaper flight deals if you're flexible with your schedule.
  • You can also use the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred airline, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even choose the time of day you want to fly.
  • Reserve your fare as soon as you've worked out your travel dates. While you can get lucky on occasion, airfares rarely get more affordable as your date of departure approaches.
  • Think about combining your hotels, flights and car rental with Orbitz — the more you book, the more you save.
  • Don't fly during the busy season if you can. By steering clear of summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can make superb savings on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Essex?
Generally speaking, January is the cheapest time to book your plane ticket. This is closely followed by February and August. Keep this in mind while you search for a cheap flight to Essex.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Essex?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the cheapest days to purchase tickets to Essex. The vacation of your dreams starts with an incredible flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Essex?
Everybody loves a great bargain, so we recommend leaving earlier in the week for cheap flights to Essex. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can pick up the best deals on flights leaving on Mondays. Tuesday is the next most affordable day, while Saturdays are likely to cost a bundle. Many passengers like to start their vacation on weekends, so leave those Saturdays for catching up with friends.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Essex?
To score cheap flights to Essex, pack your bags and fly out in August. Orbitz data shows that generally, this is the best month to save serious money on your fare. If you're considering flying to Essex in June, it's worth noting that this is the most expensive time to take a trip.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
If you think your travel plans may change, Orbitz will help you lock in a flexible ticket. All you need to do is select "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights. We'll show you all the airlines that include free cancellation and no change fees — all on top of irresistibly low prices.
What do I need for the flight to Essex?
The trick to having a smooth and stress-free flying experience is to be prepared. Here are some tips to take note of before departure:

  • In all cases you'll need a form of identification. How much? This depends on where you're traveling to and from. When booking, we suggest to use the same name, birth date and gender as shown on your government-issued ID.
  • If you're flying directly to Essex, chances are you're going to be in the air for quite some time. Pack some snacks and entertainment to keep you occupied. Now is the time to pick up that novel you haven't read yet!
  • Long-haul trips are known to get very cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you don't want to spend your journey shivering in your seat, pack a warm layer and some wool socks.

How many direct flights are there to Essex?
Roughly 600 per month. Ryanair is among the airlines that head directly to Essex. Use the Orbitz search tool to see if Ryanair has any nonstop fares from your point of departure.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Essex?
If you think a business or first-class airfare is beyond your reach, you may want to think again. Here are some practical tips to help you score a premium flight to Essex for less:

  • Flexibility is important. By being open to a variety of travel dates, you'll have better odds of landing a great deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Low-cost airlines offer first or business-class seats at a fraction of the usual price. Ditch the full-service carriers and look into these cheaper options.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat up the front. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a flight loyalty scheme.

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