Flying from Istanbul to Stockholm: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Stockholm has a range of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Stockholm flight.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, making Stockholm two hours behind Istanbul.
The busiest route for flights from Istanbul to Stockholm is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Choose from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to ARN is the 08:15 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Istanbul to Stockholm flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Stockholm
37 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Stockholm. Return flights start from 79 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
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February is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Stockholm. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Stockholm. From IST, you can travel directly to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Lock in your Istanbul to Stockholm plane tickets with Turkish Airlines. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from IST.
We make it simple to book an Istanbul to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking your direct flight from Istanbul to Stockholm departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Nonstop services from SAW will get you to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Pegasus offers direct Istanbul to Stockholm plane tickets from SAW. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Istanbul to Stockholm flight, check out these options when leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm:
77% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ARN:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and explore Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
After your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 8 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 55 minutes.
After your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, settle in at a hotel near BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Bromma Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from BMA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Hop off your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you want to go from touchdown to total relaxation in the fastest time possible, stay at a hotel near NYO. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick drive away and a good choice if you've booked a late Istanbul to Stockholm flight.
Whether you're after a mini for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for your needs. Check out wheels available from providers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your ride from NYO ahead of your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Stockholm, while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Stockholm based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Istanbul to Stockholm ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Stockholm around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are essential stops on your Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Sweden just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, a trip to Uppsala will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another well-known destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without seeing Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.