Flying from Colombo to Stockholm: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Stockholm taking off from here.
Disembark at one of Stockholm's major gateways like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can also arrive at this city landing at Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive 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 Colombo to Stockholm flight.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Stockholm
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Colombo to Stockholm flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Colombo to Stockholm.
You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Colombo to Stockholm.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Colombo to Stockholm flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Colombo to Stockholm flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
CMB is around 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Stockholm, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
75.71% of flights leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Stockholm. Book one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Stockholm's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your Colombo to Stockholm flight.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is about 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. Once you've disembarked your flight from Colombo to Stockholm, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to BMA. Settle in and get cosy after your Colombo to Stockholm flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make picking up a Bromma Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Colombo to Stockholm and go directly to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get some rest before moving on to your next destination at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A quick ride from NYO, book a room here after your Colombo to Stockholm flight and make arrival day feel unhurried.
Whether you're searching for an economy for solo travel or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Explore wheels available from providers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from NYO well ahead of your flight from Colombo to Stockholm. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Colombo to Stockholm. June is the busiest month to travel to Stockholm. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your Colombo to Stockholm tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Colombo to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Stockholm right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Stockholm:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are leading attractions which should be on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Uppsala is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Stockholm. Around 64 kilometres to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Sweden, head for Sollentuna, roughly 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are key reasons to visit.
