Travelling from Bangkok to Stockholm: what you need to know
Bangkok is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Stockholm flying out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
When jetting into Stockholm, step off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another major gateway to this city.
The average duration of a direct flight from Bangkok to Stockholm is 12 hours 4 minutes. Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm 6 hours behind Bangkok.
The busiest route for flights from Bangkok to Stockholm is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can select from 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to ARN is the 00:05 Thai Airways International option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 00:05 with Thai Airways International.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
When travelling to Sweden for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Thailand. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Bangkok to Stockholm.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Bangkok to Stockholm, you can board one at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Travel from BKK to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) in one seamless journey.
When taking off from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Stockholm with Thai Airways International.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Stockholm, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Stockholm:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm:
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to the centre of Stockholm is around 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 39 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
The centre of Stockholm is about 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA). Once your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take about 53 minutes.
You'll find some cosy stays where you can make a pit stop near BMA. Unwind after your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Stockholm
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Stockholm is 248 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 511 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from Bangkok to Stockholm by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Stockholm. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Stockholm. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Stockholm in February.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Bangkok to Stockholm in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Stockholm around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Stockholm, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are top attractions which should feature on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Complete your Stockholm trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Bangkok to Stockholm. Whether you want a compact ride, family sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.