Travelling from Bucharest to Stockholm: what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm.
When it comes to arriving in Stockholm, step off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another way to get to this city.
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Bucharest to Stockholm flight.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
The busiest route for flights from Bucharest to Stockholm is from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO). There are four services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from OTP to NYO is the 05:45 Wizz Air Malta option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:15 with Wizz Air Malta.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Bucharest to Stockholm flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Stockholm
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Stockholm is Rs8,664. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs15,145. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap Bucharest to Stockholm flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Bucharest to Stockholm. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Bucharest to Stockholm.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Bucharest to Stockholm flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can find a direct flight from Bucharest to Stockholm jetting out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Board your plane at OTP and then hit the runway at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
You'll find a variety of carriers offering direct Bucharest to Stockholm plane tickets with departures from OTP, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Bucharest to Stockholm flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Stansted Airport (STN)
OTP is about 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Stockholm, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ARN if you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo to explore Stockholm and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead of your Bucharest to Stockholm flight.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Once your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is approximately 8 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near BMA. Kick back after your Bucharest to Stockholm flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bromma Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Hertz and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at BMA can help you lock in a better rate.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach driving.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Move from your plane seat to a relaxing bed shortly after your Bucharest to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is conveniently located near NYO.
Stay in control of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Budget, Hertz and Sixt are dependable companies for booking.
Rental providers sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so secure your ride from NYO a few weeks in advance of your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Stockholm, while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Stockholm based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Bucharest to Stockholm ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Stockholm around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are highlights which should feature on every Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Stockholm, now it's time to discover more of Sweden. Travel about 64 kilometres north-west to Uppsala to check off its leading sights. From Stenhagens utsiktsplats to Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Sweden, head for Sollentuna, roughly 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are key highlights.
