Travelling from Stockholm to Seoul: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Stockholm to Seoul. Explore your options for departing Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Step off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul is eight hours ahead of Stockholm and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Stockholm to Seoul flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a popular month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Seoul
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Stockholm to Seoul flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Seoul is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a great deal.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
We make it simple to find a Stockholm to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stockholm to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
73.1% of flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport reach their destination on time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your Stockholm to Seoul flight with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A major stopover between Bromma Airport and Seoul, it's a great opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to BMA from central Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey 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 Seoul? Kick back in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
When organising your ticket from Stockholm to Seoul out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of Stockholm, NYO is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are more relaxed when you stay in a nearby hotel. Get a step ahead by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Seoul flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rating of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is around 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Stockholm to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo to explore Seoul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Stockholm to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Make your way off your flight from Stockholm to Seoul and then look for any airport signs directing you to the city centre.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Stockholm to Seoul:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make picking up a Gimpo International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Stockholm to Seoul. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seoul. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your Stockholm to Seoul ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Seoul, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've experienced Seoul. Around 322 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
