Travelling from Sao Paulo to Stockholm: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Sao Paulo. Check out your options departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) or Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP) when planning your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm.
Stockholm has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) or Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST).
Stockholm is four hours ahead of Sao Paulo and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Sao Paulo to Stockholm flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Stockholm
To find cheap Sao Paulo to Stockholm flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Sao Paulo to Stockholm flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Sao Paulo, GRU can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport (VCP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport the day before your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm:
Sao Paulo Viracopos Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
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 taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ARN:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is approximately 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Get comfortable at a hotel not long after your Sao Paulo to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport and Comfortable Apartment are easy to reach from NYO.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from NYO ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm has arrived. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near VST and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late Sao Paulo to Stockholm flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Stockholm Vasteras Airport rental car. Hertz, Mabi and Budget are dependable companies for booking.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from VST around two weeks before your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before scheduling your flights from Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Sao Paulo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Sao Paulo to Stockholm ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Stockholm in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Stockholm right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sao Paulo to Stockholm:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and King's Garden are attractions you won't want to skip in Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
Uppsala is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Stockholm. Around 64 kilometres to the northwest, popular attractions include Uppsala Cathedral, Botanical Garden and Gamla Uppsala.
Around 13 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, Sollentuna is another favourite stop in Sweden. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Sollentunaholms herrgård.