MINISO takes off at London Stansted Airport

• Spanning 80m2, MINISO’s Stansted store will be the brand’s first-ever airport store in the UK
• The MINISO-GO will feature a curated selection of trendy travel products in line with MINISO’s signature trendy and affordable items
• The first 200 shoppers on Thursday 19th December can enjoy a special gift with purchase

MINISO has announced the opening of its first-ever UK airport store at London Stansted Airport, bringing its distinctive blend of fun, affordability, and trendy travel products to the airport. The new MINISO-GO store has officially arrived at London’s Stansted Terminal, with grand opening celebrations set for Thursday 19^th December.

Shoppers can explore a wide range of travel essentials alongside MINISO’s fan-favourite collections. The store also features everyday lifestyle essentials, beauty products, and snacks.

The store’s cheerful pink interiors and playful displays create a vibrant stopover for travellers. Whether you’re Gen Z and hunting for the trendiest travel must-haves or parents seeking kid-friendly essentials for the journey ahead, MINISO-GO Stansted is thoughtfully curated to cater to all the needs of globetrotters and holidaymakers alike.

To celebrate the grand opening, the first 200 customers who spend £5 or more will receive a special gift with purchases. Shoppers will also enjoy a special appearance by PenPen, MINISO’s beloved mascot, and a live drummer adding to the day’s excitement.

Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer at MINISO UK, said, “We are thrilled to launch our very first UK airport store at London Stansted Airport. Airports are hubs of adventure and exploration, making Stansted the ideal location to bring our ‘Life is For Fun’ ethos to life. Travellers can discover our affordable and stylish collections, including Harry Potter, Hello Kitty and Friends and Disney, alongside an exciting range of travel essentials perfect for their journeys. Whether jetting off on holiday or returning home, we aim to add a touch of fun and convenience to every trip.”

Commenting on the MINISO opening, Peter Newbould, Chief Executive Officer of Lagardère Travel Retail UK & Ireland, said “We are thrilled to bring the vibrant and unique MINISO-GO concept to London Stansted Airport. This new store perfectly complements our existing portfolio and underscores our dedication to providing passengers with innovative and memorable shopping experiences. We look forward to seeing travellers enjoy the exciting product range MINISO-GO has to offer.”

This new opening marks the third MINISO-GO store in the UK, after recent success in London Victoria, and Paddington, with MINISO stores also now open in Wembley, Windsor Royal, Bristol, Manchester Trafford Centre, and Bluewater.