Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm.
Stockholm is one hour ahead of Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Stockholm runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With seven weekly departures between the two airports, Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the busiest route. Board SAS's 08:10 flight to get your trip from EDI to ARN underway.
Leave plenty of time to get on your EDI to Stockholm flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm tickets are available for booking. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is where you'll disembark.
SAS is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from EDI to Stockholm, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
EDI is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
73% of flights that depart Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stockholm
£31 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm flight. A return plane ticket starts from £70. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from EDI to Stockholm.
April is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm. Book one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead of your flight from EDI to Stockholm can help you get the lowest rate.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 97 kms (60 miles) from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After getting off your EDI to Stockholm flight, settle in at a hotel near NYO. Consider staying at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Comfortable apartment is another option where you can relax and figure out your next steps.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from NYO a few weeks in advance so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is about 97 kms (60 miles) from central Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel close to VST. Check in to one of these stays after your EDI to Stockholm flight:
Around two weeks before your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm is a good time to secure your vehicle from VST. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm, while September is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Stockholm based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to Stockholm in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Stockholm right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Stockholm:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Grona Lund, Vasa Museum and King's Garden are highlights which should feature on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Helsingborg is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Stockholm. Around 483 kms (300 miles) away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Sofiero Gard, Sofiero Palace and Helsingborg Castle.
Lund is another favourite destination in Sweden and is around 499 kms (310 miles) southwest of Stockholm. No trip is complete without visiting Lund Cathedral, The Historical Museum and Medieval Museum (Drottens Museet).