$23 Cheap flights to Essex

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Top places to visit in Essex

Colchester

Harlow

Cheap flights to Essex from $23 One Way, $46 Round Trip

$46 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.

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 13

EDI

Edinburgh

STN

London

$46

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Tue, Jun 9 - Thu, Jun 11

EDI

Edinburgh

LTN

London

$69

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 15

EDI

Edinburgh

LHR

London

$142

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 3

EDI

Edinburgh

LCY

London

$217

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

IAD

Washington

LHR

London

$599

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2

JFK

New York

LHR

London

$605

Roundtrip

just found

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2

LAX

Los Angeles

LHR

London

$667

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
GLA	Bishop's Stortford	May 15 to May 18	$80
PSA	Southend-on-Sea	May 15 to May 18	$90
GLA	Luton	May 16 to May 20	$106
BRU	London	May 16 to May 18	$215
OSL	London	May 17 to May 18	$277
VIE	London	May 16 to May 18	$278
FCO	London	May 17 to June 1	$324
FCO	London	May 17 to June 1	$324
MUC	London	May 15 to May 19	$343
MUC	London	May 15 to May 19	$372
FCO	London	May 16 to May 24	$531
FCO	London	May 16 to May 24	$531
BOS	London	May 15 to May 22	$801
BOS	London	May 17 to May 21	$1,014

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Essex Accommodation Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Welcome Break Service Area Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$51 nightly

$61 total

May 25 - May 26

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! (1,006 reviews)

We booked this hotel primarily because the website said they offered a shuttle to and from the airport - A ”rare find for the area”. We could not find the pick up location on arrival and took a bus instead. Upon check in at the hotel they informed us they no longer have a shuttle. We had to pay extra ...

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Welcome Break Birchanger Green Bishop's Stortford England

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$63 nightly

$76 total

May 10 - May 11

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! (1,020 reviews)

Large spacious family room. Had all amenities. Powerful and hot shower room in need of modernisation. Sink broken and shower chipped and cracked. Towels clean but stained . Exterior looking rather shabby and dated as was the room. . No sound proofing of room, could hear neighbours alarms sounding ...

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London

A127 Southend Arterial Road Basildon England

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$45 nightly

$54 total

May 10 - May 11

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 (822 reviews)

Not enough plug sockets Not really spacious especially if in a wheelchair

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Thremhall Avenue Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundable

$105 nightly

$126 total

Jun 8 - Jun 9

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 ...

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 Merrymeads Country Park and Hopefield Animal ...

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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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$111 nightly

$133 total

May 24 - May 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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,716 reviews)

The drawer holding the safe was broken and nearly fell on my foot. When I reported it the receptionist’s first comment was ‘are you ok?’ That drawer and one in the desk were replaced very quickly. Easy access to airport, no need for bus/taxi etc

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Novotel London Stansted Airport

Round Coppice Road Stansted England

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$98 nightly

$118 total

May 28 - May 29

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! (1,210 reviews)

Nice clean hotel, very friendly staff, good bar and food. Brilliant location, ample parking. Coaches to and from airport. Very comfortable bed and good size rooms.

Reviewed on May 2, 2026

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Bassingbourn Road, Essex Stansted England

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$110 nightly

$133 total

May 28 - May 29

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! (2,362 reviews)

Breakfast was great

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Thremhall Avenue Bishop's Stortford England

Fully refundable

$105 nightly

$126 total

Jun 8 - Jun 9

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 ...

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

$80 nightly

$97 total

May 21 - May 22

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 Castle Point Transport ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)

Just one small disappointment - we were looking forward to spending the end of our last evening in the bar. Closing time of 10:30 was on the paperwork given to us at check-in but bar actually shut at 09:50. There were other customers there so not sure of the reason.

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Birchwood Road Colchester England

Fully refundable

$67 nightly

$80 total

May 17 - May 18

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! (1,001 reviews)

Great service

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Waltham Abbey

Old Shire Lane Waltham Abbey England

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$111 nightly

$133 total

Jun 7 - Jun 8

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! (412 reviews)

Never ate the breakfast. Room was clean. Staff was fine. Nothing extra great or extra bad.

Reviewed on Apr 11, 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

$111 nightly

$133 total

May 24 - May 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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,716 reviews)

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

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Essex

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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 $46 this week to Essex, and increased to a peak of $1,014. Travelers departing Edinburgh (EDI) 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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