$232 Cheap flights to Essex

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Top places to visit in Essex

Colchester

Across the village green from the east at Matching Green, Essex, England

Harlow

Cheap flights to Essex from $232 One Way, $156 Round Trip

$156 return flights and $232 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.

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

JFK

New York

LHR

London

$485

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, May 6

EWR

New York

LHR

London

$499

Roundtrip

just found

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

ORD

Chicago

LHR

London

$502

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, May 2

LAX

Los Angeles

LHR

London

$531

Roundtrip

just found

Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 27

IAD

Washington

LHR

London

$577

Roundtrip

found 20 hours ago

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16

EWR

New York

LCY

London

$621

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

ORD

Chicago

LCY

London

$657

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
GLA	Luton	March 20 to March 21	$156
BRU	London	March 21 to March 25	$158
OSL	London	March 21 to March 23	$179
MUC	London	March 22 to May 9	$222
GLA	London	March 20 to March 23	$269
FCO	Bishop's Stortford	March 20 to March 22	$290
FCO	Bishop's Stortford	March 20 to March 22	$290
FCO	London	March 20 to March 30	$293
FCO	London	March 20 to March 30	$293
BRU	London	March 20 to March 23	$354
MUC	London	March 21 to March 23	$358
OSL	London	March 20 to March 24	$389
FCO	London	March 22 to March 23	$467
FCO	London	March 22 to March 23	$467
BOS	London	March 21 to March 24	$789

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Welcome Break Service Area Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$50 nightly

$60 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

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 ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Clean room helpful staff and an excellent location for travelling into London or to Stansted. Lots of eating options and EV charge points. Only downside is the extra payment to park

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Welcome Break Birchanger Green Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$51 nightly

$61 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

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! (1,019 reviews)

Very run down and the red gory painting on the bedroom walls made it feel so uncomfortable and not relaxing at all. Bed was hard and just overall disappointing

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

London Road, Marks Tey Colchester England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$69 nightly

$83 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

This is now my go to for Colchester area, great place to stay

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Panners Roundabout Notley Cross Braintree England

Fully refundable

$60 nightly

$72 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Braintree. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Doggy loves it here. Large ground floor room. Decent breakfast. Comfy bed

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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

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 Jaywick Martello Tower and ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 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

5 Foresight Road Colchester England

Stay at this apartment in Colchester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Adrenalyze Leisure and Gosfield Lake Golf Club are located ...

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

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

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 St Faith's Country Park and Merrymeads Country ...

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

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

1 Pepys Street Harwich England

Stay at this apartment in Harwich. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Old Harwich Lighthouse and Lifeboat Museum 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

Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$101 nightly

$122 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,627 reviews)

It was great

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Round Coppice Road Stansted England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$94 nightly

$113 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stansted. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,168 reviews)

Lovely hotel, comfortable with great food

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Bassingbourn Road, Essex Stansted England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$90 nightly

$108 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,314 reviews)

Great for train station and airport. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Old Shire Lane Waltham Abbey England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$94 nightly

$112 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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! (402 reviews)

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Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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

21 Knightswick Road Canvey Island England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$84 nightly

$100 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

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! (1,000 reviews)

The room was as expected for the price we paid. Towels and bedding were good. A lovely view of the lake from our window. We were only there one night and just to sleep, so can't comment on other facilities.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Birchwood Road Colchester England

Fully refundable

$65 nightly

$79 total

Apr 2 - Apr 3

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)

Great hotel and helpful staff

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Old Shire Lane Waltham Abbey England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$94 nightly

$112 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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! (402 reviews)

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Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$101 nightly

$122 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,627 reviews)

It was great

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus or similar

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass or similar

5 people

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Essex?

Lock in a ticket with one of the 13 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 $156 this week to Essex, and increased to a peak of $789. Travelers departing New York (EWR) managed to bag one-way flights from just $232.

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.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

$232 Cheap flights to Essex

Top places to visit in Essex

Colchester

Harlow

Cheap flights to Essex from $232 One Way, $156 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Essex Accommodation Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG

Our Top Essex Apartment Hotels

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

Foresight House

Icon Becket Apartment

Icon Harwich Apartment

Score Epic Essex Accommodation Deals

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Family Friendly Hotels in Essex

Oyster Fleet Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Compact

Midsize

SUV

Frequently asked questions

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