Travelling from Atlanta to Stockholm: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Atlanta. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Stockholm departing from here.
Get off the plane at one of Stockholm's major entry points like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Alternatively, come in for landing at Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) or Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST).
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Atlanta.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Atlanta to Stockholm flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Stockholm
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Atlanta to Stockholm flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Atlanta to Stockholm.
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Flying from Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
We make it easy to book a Atlanta to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
ATL is around 13 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Stockholm? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Go where the road takes you with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and chase adventure across Stockholm and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Central Stockholm is about 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO). Once your flight from Atlanta to Stockholm has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Exit the arrivals area and check in to a hotel near NYO. Unwind after your flight from Atlanta to Stockholm at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and catch up on rest at Comfortable Apartment.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi lines. Grab a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Typically, the sooner you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from NYO as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. It takes about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from Atlanta to Stockholm.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel near VST. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your Atlanta to Stockholm flight:
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Stockholm Vasteras Airport rental car. Hertz, Mabi and Budget are reliable rental providers.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from VST about two weeks before your flight from Atlanta to Stockholm. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before locking in your flights from Atlanta to Atlanta, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Atlanta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC. Book your Atlanta to Stockholm ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Stockholm around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Stockholm, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and King's Garden are attractions you won't want to skip in Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sweden you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, a trip to Uppsala will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Uppsala Cathedral, Botanical Garden and Gamla Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another standout destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometres northwest of Stockholm. No journey is complete without a visit to MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Sollentunaholms herrgård.