Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): what you need to know
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of San Diego.
Leave enough time to catch your SAN to ARN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAN and ARN include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
$264 is the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight. A return flight starts from $472. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to ARN, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SAN to ARN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN's address is Airport Drive.
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SAN:
Arriving at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider staying in a hotel near ARN if you have a late San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Stockholm and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport to central Stockholm has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Stockholm. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for July if you want to visit Stockholm during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to ARN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sweden you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometers north-west of Stockholm, a visit to Uppsala will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
Around 13 kilometers north-west of Stockholm, Sollentuna is another essential stop in Sweden. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.