Flying from Stockholm to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Step off your plane in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles eight hours behind Stockholm.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Stockholm to Los Angeles flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles
To find cheap Stockholm to Los Angeles flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Stockholm to Los Angeles.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Stockholm to Los Angeles flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Stockholm to Los Angeles flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to Stockholm Arlanda Airport's on-time performance, 73.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Think about adding a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). It's a key stopover on a Stockholm to Los Angeles flight out of Bromma Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a bite to eat at the airport.
You can get to BMA from the centre of Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Bromma Airport the day before your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles:
Bromma Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can book a ticket from Stockholm to Los Angeles leaving from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) with a stopover. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is a major connection point.
NYO is around 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Book a hotel near Stockholm Skavsta Airport and get to the terminal relaxed and ready for takeoff. If you're hopping on an early Stockholm to Los Angeles flight, stay at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and reach your destination as planned.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near VNY. Tuck yourself in after your Stockholm to Los Angeles flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Van Nuys Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Usually, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Secure your ride from VNY as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Before locking in your Stockholm to Los Angeles tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are major attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.