Flying from Bangkok to Stockholm: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Bangkok. Check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when searching for a flight from Bangkok to Stockholm.
Stockholm has a number of airports you can jet into. Arrive at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Jump on a direct Bangkok to Stockholm flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 20 minutes.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm six hours behind Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are eight departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Bangkok to Stockholm is with Norse Atlantic Airways at 17:25. Go for the first BKK to ARN departure operated by Thai Airways International at 00:05 to maximize your time in Stockholm.
To ensure you get on your Bangkok to Stockholm flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Stockholm
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Stockholm flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Bangkok to Stockholm is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Bangkok to Stockholm by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Bangkok to Stockholm flights.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Bangkok to Stockholm, you can leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Get from BKK to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) without any stops.
Thai Airways International is a popular airline that offers direct Bangkok to Stockholm plane tickets from BKK.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Bangkok to Stockholm flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Traveling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Stockholm or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 23 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm, kick back in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land on time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 40 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
Book a hotel near ARN if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and find adventure across Stockholm and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
The center of Stockholm is approximately 8 kilometers from Bromma Airport (BMA). Once your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to BMA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Bromma Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Hertz and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at BMA can get you a lower rate.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Make your way into the city center after your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm has landed. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometers from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Move from your plane seat to a comfy bed shortly after your Bangkok to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick drive from NYO.
Whether you're searching for a zippy compact just for you or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available here from providers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
If you prefer a certain model or make, booking early increases your chances of snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from NYO a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Stockholm. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Stockholm in January.
Before locking in your Bangkok to Stockholm tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
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 Bangkok to Stockholm, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are top attractions which should be on every Stockholm itinerary.
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 kilometers to the north-west, popular attractions include Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another must-experience destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometers north-west of Stockholm. No journey is complete without dropping by Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.
