Travelling from Stockholm to Seattle: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to Seattle. Explore your options for leaving Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's chief entry points.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle eight hours behind Stockholm.
Give yourself enough time to make your Stockholm to Seattle flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Seattle
To pick up cheap Stockholm to Seattle flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Stockholm to Seattle.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Stockholm to Seattle flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Stockholm to Seattle flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Travelling from central Stockholm to ARN takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Stockholm to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your Stockholm to Seattle flight with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A main stopover between Bromma Airport and Seattle, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to BMA from the centre of Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to Seattle, take it easy in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
From the centre of Stockholm, NYO is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Make departure day easy by staying close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a great option, especially if you're catching an early Stockholm to Seattle flight.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and get to your destination as expected.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Stockholm to Seattle. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and see more of Seattle and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your Stockholm to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is located around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). Once your flight from Stockholm to Seattle has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Stockholm to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Book a Stockholm to Seattle ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Seattle, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.