Flying from Stockholm to Beijing: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Stockholm to Beijing, there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are some of Stockholm's main options.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major entry points.
A direct flight from Stockholm to Beijing takes an average of 8 hours 22 minutes. The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 7 hours ahead of Stockholm.
The most popular route for flights from Stockholm to Beijing is from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). You can choose from 9 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ARN to PEK is the 18:20 Air China service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 19:10 with Air China.
To ensure you catch your flight from Stockholm to Beijing, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You will need a visa for China if you have a passport from Sweden and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Stockholm to Beijing, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Stockholm to Beijing, you can leave from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Get from ARN to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in one continuous trip.
Air China is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Stockholm to Beijing jetting out of ARN.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Stockholm to Beijing. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Stockholm to ARN takes approximately 39 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Stockholm to Beijing, check out these options when heading out from Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
BMA is around 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Stockholm to Beijing? Relax in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing is about 40 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to Beijing. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is located around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Stockholm to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
There are some cosy hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near PKX. Kick back after your flight from Stockholm to Beijing at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Beijing
Right now, 248 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Beijing. The cheapest price for a return flight is 455 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Stockholm to Beijing by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Stockholm to Beijing is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Stockholm to Beijing. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm to Beijing. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Beijing in February.
Book your flight from Stockholm to Beijing for July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Beijing to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Beijing sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Beijing itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Tiananmen Square.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Stockholm to Beijing. Whether you want an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.