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# Stansted Airport Lounge Guide (2026): Escape Lounge & Ryanair Hub

Stansted STN lounge score 6.8/10. Escape Lounge accepts Priority Pass — pre-book at peak. Ryanair’s largest UK base. UK261 on all departures. Stansted Express ~45 min to Liverpool Street. The full guide below covers terminals, access rules, opening hours, worked examples and FAQs.

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## Escape Lounge access

Escape Lounge is the primary Priority Pass option — pre-booking strongly recommended as walk-ins are turned away at capacity.

Escape Lounge is the primary Priority Pass option — pre-booking strongly recommended as walk-ins are turned away at capacity.

UK261 applies to Ryanair and all STN departures for 3+ hour delays.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### Priority Pass at Stansted?

Yes at Escape Lounge — pre-book via Priority Pass app at peak times.

Written by [Emma Walsh](https://flightlogic.co.uk/authors/emma-walsh/)

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