Flying from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are your options in Stockholm.
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Stockholm to Stansted Airport flight.
London is one hour behind Stockholm. Stansted Airport is located in London, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Ryanair at 9:25pm. Opt for the first ARN to STN departure operated by Ryanair at 6am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Stockholm to STN, 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 the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN) leave from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Stockholm to Stansted Airport with Ryanair. This top carrier offers services from ARN.
Ryanair is the airline most travelers choose for flights from ARN to STN.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Ryanair.
Located around 40 kilometers from the center of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
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73.1% of flights that depart Stockholm Arlanda Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your flight from Stockholm to Stansted Airport with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). One of the main stopovers between Bromma Airport and STN, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can arrive at BMA from the center of Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 10 kilometers or so.
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Bromma Airport has an on-time performance of 57.41%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
From the center of Stockholm, NYO is around 105 kilometers away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
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NYO has an on-time performance rating of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
About Stansted Airport (STN)
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Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
From Stansted Airport, central London is around 64 kilometers away. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city center by car.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN)
At the moment, $18 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Stansted Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $35. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Stockholm to STN, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Stockholm to Stansted Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN)
April is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Stansted Airport (STN), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Stockholm to STN plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Stansted Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Stockholm to Stansted Airport:
Your visit to London isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 161 kilometers away to the north-west, its best attractions include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 193 kilometers west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are among the biggest draws.