Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BHX to ARN is the 07:55 Ryanair service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 21:20 with Ryanair.
Give yourself enough time to get on your BHX to Stockholm flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your journey at BHX and travel nonstop to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm tickets.
Look out for deals with Ryanair. This carrier operates direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from BHX to Stockholm with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
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Located around 7 miles from central Birmingham, BHX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Stockholm
£22 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm flight. A return plane ticket right now is £40. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BHX to Stockholm. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is around 25 miles from central Stockholm. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to ARN if you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and see more of Stockholm and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BHX to Stockholm.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is around 6 miles from the centre of Stockholm. Once you've disembarked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Following your BHX to Stockholm flight, kick back at a hotel close to BMA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Bromma Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at BMA will help you stay within budget.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is about 65 miles from the centre of Stockholm. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you'd like to go from touchdown to total relaxation as fast as you can, stay close to NYO. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick ride away and a good option if you've booked a late BHX to Stockholm flight.
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted companies here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
If you'd like a certain type of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Reserve your ride from NYO at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm. The city comes alive during peak season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Visit Stockholm in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Stockholm right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Stockholm:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Stockholm Palace, Vasa Museum and Djurgarden are top attractions which should be on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sweden just waiting to be explored. Around 300 miles south-west of Stockholm, a visit to Helsingborg will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Around 310 miles south-west of Stockholm, Lund is another favourite stop in Sweden. No visit is complete without checking out Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.