Flying from Stockholm to Frankfurt: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt. Explore your options for leaving Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Touch down in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
The average length of a direct Stockholm to Frankfurt flight is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Stockholm.
With 36 weekly flights between the two airports, Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt with Lufthansa at 06:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from ARN to FRA is with Lufthansa at 19:20.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Stockholm to Frankfurt flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt
To secure cheap Stockholm to Frankfurt flights, book your trip three months before your planned departure.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Stockholm to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You can catch a direct flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt jetting off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Begin your journey at ARN and end it at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Secure your Stockholm to Frankfurt plane tickets with Lufthansa. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from ARN.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Stockholm to Frankfurt flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
The journey from central Stockholm to ARN takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kms (25 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stockholm Arlanda Airport, data shows 73.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Consider adding a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). It's a key stopover on a Stockholm to Frankfurt flight departing Bromma Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
BMA is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Stockholm. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt:
Bromma Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
When looking for a ticket from Stockholm to Frankfurt out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a detour to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
NYO is roughly 88 kms (55 miles) from central Stockholm. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport and get to the terminal relaxed and ready for takeoff. If you're catching an early Stockholm to Frankfurt flight, consider staying at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your final stop as expected.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near FRA:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is approximately 105 kms (65 miles) from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
January is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Stockholm to Frankfurt ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Frankfurt, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Frankfurt to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 260 miles to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 240 miles north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
