Flying from Stockholm to Seattle: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Stockholm to Seattle, there's a range of airports to depart from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are among Stockholm's main options.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Stockholm.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Stockholm to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Seattle
To pick up cheap Stockholm to Seattle flights, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Stockholm to Seattle.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Stockholm to Seattle flights leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stockholm to Seattle or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to Stockholm Arlanda Airport's on-time performance, 73.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Take some time to recharge during your Stockholm to Seattle flight with a stopover. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is one of the main options between Bromma Airport and Seattle.
You can reach BMA from central Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Stockholm to Seattle? Kick back in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
The journey time to NYO from the centre of Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Early flights from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are easier when you stay somewhere nearby. Consider checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Seattle flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rating of 80.46%. This means most of its flights reach their destination as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 55 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and discover more of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Following your flight from Stockholm to Seattle, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
After your flight from Stockholm to Seattle, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LKE. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Book a Stockholm to Seattle ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Seattle, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Seattle, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its top attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
