Flying from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Check out your options for flying out of Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport flight.
Frankfurt (where Frankfurt Airport is located) and Stockholm share the UTC+1 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. There are 36 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Lufthansa at 7:20pm. Go for the first ARN to FRA departure with Lufthansa at 6:05am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Your flight from Stockholm to FRA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) operate out of this terminal.
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport taking off from ARN.
Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ARN to FRA.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.7% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A main stopover between Bromma Airport and FRA, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can reach BMA from the centre of Stockholm in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your Stockholm to FRA flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little easier. When jetting out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you can book a plane ticket from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) with a stop at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW).
NYO is roughly 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Make departure day effortless by staying close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a convenient option, especially if you're departing on an early Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rate of 80.46%. This means most of its flights land on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FRA if you're catching a late flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport to central Frankfurt is around 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
79 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport. A return flight starts from 177 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book one month before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Stockholm to FRA.
The best month for finding cheap Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport (FRA), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Stockholm to FRA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Frankfurt Christmas Market, Frankfurt Book Fair and Holocaust Memorial are popular attractions which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Frankfurt, now it's time to discover other corners of Germany. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Essen to tick off its leading attractions. From PACT Zollverein to Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres south of Frankfurt, Stuttgart is another favourite stop in Germany. Start your sightseeing at Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
