Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Stansted Airport (STN) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can choose from 13 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from STN to ARN is the 07:55 Ryanair service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the final departure is at 20:55 with Ryanair.
Leave plenty of time to make your STN to Stockholm flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Stansted Airport to Stockholm tickets are available for booking. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your seat with Ryanair. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Stansted Airport to Stockholm.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from STN to Stockholm, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 48 kilometres from central London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near STN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Stansted Airport, 64.73% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Stockholm
20 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Stockholm flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 36 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from STN to Stockholm. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Stansted Airport to Stockholm throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from STN to Stockholm.
Snag an affordable flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to the centre of Stockholm takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Book a hotel near ARN if you have a late flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and explore Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead of your flight from STN to Stockholm.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
After your flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near BMA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your STN to Stockholm flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bromma Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Stockholm is around 105 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get some rest before the next leg of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Conveniently close to NYO, book a room here after your STN to Stockholm flight and take the rush out of arrival day.
Start your trip without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable names here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm is a good move. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at NYO.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Stockholm in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Stansted Airport to Stockholm plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STN to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Stockholm right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Stansted Airport to Stockholm:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Stockholm Palace, Vasa Museum and Djurgarden are leading attractions which should be on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Helsingborg is just one of the many places in Sweden waiting to be discovered after you've seen Stockholm. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Lund is another sought-after destination in Sweden and is around 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm. No journey is complete without a visit to Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.