Flying from Reykjavik to Stockholm: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Reykjavik. Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm departing from here.
Step off the plane 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).
The average length of a direct Reykjavik to Stockholm flight is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm one hour ahead of Reykjavik.
The most popular route for flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). There are ten weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KEF to ARN is the 01:00 SAS service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 16:25 with Icelandair.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Reykjavik to Stockholm flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm
At the moment, Rs23,621 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Stockholm. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,470. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Reykjavik to Stockholm flights.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Reykjavik to Stockholm. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Take off from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) on a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm. From KEF, you can travel directly to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Keep an eye out for deals with Icelandair. This carrier offers direct Reykjavik to Stockholm plane tickets out of KEF.
We make it simple to book a Reykjavik to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near ARN if you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin 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.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your Reykjavik to Stockholm flight.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is around 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. Once you've hopped off your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 55 minutes.
After your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, rest your head at a hotel close to BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is about 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Recharge before the next leg of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Conveniently close to NYO, book a stay here after your Reykjavik to Stockholm flight and take the rush out of arrival day.
Whether you're looking for a compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at NYO.
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the most popular month for flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm. To avoid the crowds, head to Stockholm in January.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Reykjavik to Stockholm ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap flights from Reykjavik 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 perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are a couple of big attractions to put on your Stockholm to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Sweden you should also see. Around 64 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, a trip to Uppsala will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another standout destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without visiting Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.