Travelling from Belfast to Stockholm: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Belfast. Explore your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when planning your flight from Belfast to Stockholm.
When flying into Stockholm, hop off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another way to get to this city.
Stockholm is one hour ahead of Belfast and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Belfast to Stockholm flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Stockholm
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Belfast to Stockholm flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Belfast to Stockholm.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Belfast to Stockholm flights leaving from Belfast International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
BFS is around 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Stockholm or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
67.55% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Belfast to Stockholm flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between George Best Belfast City Airport and Stockholm:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
BHD is about 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to Stockholm, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
68% of flights departing George Best Belfast City Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and explore Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week in advance of your Belfast to Stockholm flight.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
The centre of Stockholm is located around 8 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA). Once your flight from Belfast to Stockholm has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 55 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near BMA. Settle in and get cosy after your Belfast to Stockholm flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Hop off your flight from Belfast to Stockholm and head directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Catch up on some sleep before the next leg of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A quick ride from NYO, book a room here after your Belfast to Stockholm flight and make arrival day more relaxed.
Whether you're after a mini for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from names such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Belfast to Stockholm is a smart way to go. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at NYO.
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Stockholm. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Stockholm in January.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Belfast to Stockholm ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Stockholm in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Stockholm right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Belfast to Stockholm:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are just two of the top attractions to put on your Stockholm to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Uppsala is just one of the many places in Sweden waiting to be explored after you've experienced Stockholm. Around 64 kilometres to the north-west, its top attractions include Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
If there's time to check out another side of Sweden, consider Sollentuna, about 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are key highlights.
