Travelling from Moscow to Stockholm: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Moscow to Stockholm begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo Airport (VKO) and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) are the main departure points in Moscow.
Hop off the plane at one of Stockholm's major gateways like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can also touch down at Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm two hours behind Moscow.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Moscow to Stockholm flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Moscow to Stockholm
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Moscow to Stockholm flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Vnukovo Airport (VKO)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to VKO from Moscow's centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Moscow to Stockholm? Relax in a hotel near Vnukovo Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Vnukovo Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 65%.
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.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Moscow to Stockholm. Stay at 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 to explore Stockholm and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. Following your flight from Moscow to Stockholm, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
After your flight from Moscow to Stockholm, settle in at a hotel near BMA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Bromma Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at BMA will save you money.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Moscow to Stockholm.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get some rest before the next leg of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A quick drive from NYO, book a room here after your Moscow to Stockholm flight and take the rush out of arrival day.
Start your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted companies here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Moscow to Stockholm is a smart way to go. Along with better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at NYO.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Moscow to Stockholm, while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Stockholm based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Moscow to Stockholm ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Moscow to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Stockholm right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Moscow to Stockholm:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are attractions you won't want to skip in Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sweden waiting to be discovered. About 64 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, a visit to Uppsala will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Sweden, consider Sollentuna, about 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are among its highlights.
