Flying from Reykjavik to Stockholm: what you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm.
When flying into Stockholm, hop off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another gateway to this city.
A direct flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm takes an average of 3 hours 12 minutes. The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, making it 1 hour ahead of Reykjavik.
The busiest route for flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Take your pick of 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KEF to ARN is the 07:35 Icelandair service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 16:25 with Icelandair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can enter Sweden for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Iceland. But before reserving your cheap flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Set out from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) on a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm. From KEF, you can fly straight to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
If you plan to leave from KEF, you can take a direct flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm with Icelandair.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik, KEF can be reached in about 49 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Have an early flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Keflavik International Airport:
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm takes about 37 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 39 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is about 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. Once you've hopped off your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, expect a drive time of approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
The trip will take about 53 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, rest your head at a hotel close to BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm
Right now, 87 € is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Stockholm. The cheapest price for a return flight is 164 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Stockholm.
The cheapest month for tickets from Reykjavik to Stockholm is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm. June is the busiest month for a trip to Stockholm. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Stockholm around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are major attractions which should be on every Stockholm itinerary.
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