Travelling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Stockholm, where Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Istanbul Airport (IST). Choose from 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ARN to IST is the 05:45 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 18:30 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your ARN to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Start your journey at ARN and travel nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ARN to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near ARN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
85% of flights leaving Stockholm Arlanda Airport reach their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of ARN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Istanbul
58 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 59 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ARN to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Find a cheap flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ARN to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your ARN to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ARN to Istanbul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
