Travelling from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Budapest.
Flights from BUD to ARN start from 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The last departure is at 20:10 with Norwegian Air Sweden. In total, there are nine weekly Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BUD to ARN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, so jetting off to Stockholm (and then discovering more of Sweden!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Wizz Air on this route.
With an impressive 91.43% of services arriving on schedule, Wizz Air has the best on-time record for BUD to ARN flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BUD and ARN include:
Copenhagen Airport
Vienna Airport
Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
Budapest Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BUD arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Budapest Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BUD. Whether you have an early flight from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo to explore Stockholm and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Stockholm in high season buzzes, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your visit in the off-season for a slower, more relaxed pace.
Before locking in your flight from Budapest Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BUD to ARN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Stockholm, now it's time to explore more of Sweden. Travel around 64 kilometres north-west to Uppsala to tick off its leading attractions. From Uppsala Cathedral to Botanical Garden and The Church of Old Uppsala, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, Sollentuna is another essential stop in Sweden. Experience major highlights starting with MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Edsvik Konsthall.