Flights from Stockholm suit planners and spontaneous travelers alike, thanks to Sweden’s largest airport, long opening hours, and broad route map. Starting in Stockholm gives you reach, whether you are after cheap one way flights from Stockholm or a fast business hop.
The main gateway is Stockholm Arlanda, about 42 kilometers north of the city, with frequent links across Europe, North America, and Asia. The airport balances capacity and calm, with Nordic design, clear wayfinding, and plenty of Swedish specialties in the shops and restaurants. Busy summer peaks and the holidays push demand, but off peak months keep things easy to navigate. Add in strong public transport and you can turn weekend flights from Stockholm into quick escapes without the stress.
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Short haul weekends, winter sunshine, or long haul adventures all start easily here. Expect a mix of everyday business routes and seasonal leisure favorites, with timings and schedules varying by season and subject to change.
For short haul, nonstop flights from Stockholm to London take about 2 hours 30 minutes, and you can check schedules on the Stockholm to London route for options and times. Paris is another staple city break, with the Stockholm to Paris route clocking about 2 hours 40 minutes nonstop, subject to change. Amsterdam is popular for quick transfers and art filled weekends, and the Stockholm to Amsterdam route is around 2 hours 10 minutes nonstop.
For winter sun and shopping, many travelers choose Dubai and the Stockholm to Dubai route is typically around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours, subject to change. Bangkok is a favorite for longer trips, with the Stockholm to Bangkok route commonly scheduled around 10 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours nonstop when operating, subject to change. Airlines flying from Stockholm include full service and low cost options, and seasonal charters add Mediterranean and ski destinations in summer and winter respectively. If you are searching last minute flights from Stockholm, flexibility on departure time and airport can open more choices.
Prices move with demand, so timing and flexibility matter. Summer and late December are busiest, while late autumn and early spring often bring more value.
For short haul within Europe, a 4 to 6 week booking window often balances choice and price, while long haul trips can benefit from booking 2 to 4 months out, subject to change. Shoulder seasons outside school holidays usually yield cheaper flights from Stockholm, and midweek departures often cost less than peak Friday and Sunday times.
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Most trips will depart Stockholm Arlanda, the country’s busiest airport with multiple terminals and recent upgrades aimed at smoothing flows during peak times. Ground transport is frequent, and facilities cover all the essentials from lounges to family areas.
Stockholm Arlanda ARN sits about 42 kilometers north of central Stockholm. The Arlanda Express train runs to and from Stockholm Central Station in about 20 minutes, with frequent departures, subject to change. Commuter trains also serve the airport with varying travel times depending on line and time of day, and multiple bus services connect neighborhoods across the region. Taxis typically take around 40 minutes depending on traffic.
Arlanda has several passenger terminals and has undergone modernizations, including upgrades around Terminal 5, to improve capacity and amenities. Services include lounges for eligible travelers, accessible facilities, and family friendly spaces. Airlines flying from the airport span full service carriers such as SAS Scandinavian Airlines and low cost operators such as Norwegian Air Shuttle, plus seasonal and charter carriers like TUIfly Nordic, with operations and routes subject to change. Kiwi.com can combine separate carriers on one itinerary using Virtual Interlining via self transfer, expanding your options beyond standard through tickets. For extra reassurance, add the Kiwi.com Guarantee, which covers you if carrier changes stop your trip, and read about Disruption Protection if a delay, reschedule, overbooking, or cancellation affects your plans. You can also explore additional ways to save with Travel Hacks such as self transfer, hidden cities, or throwaway tickets, always subject to airline rules and your own travel needs.