Flying from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR): What you need to know
Longyearbyen's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Stockholm. Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport is located in Longyearbyen.
Your flight from Stockholm to LYR won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Stockholm to LYR, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is an option when you're setting off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
ARN is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Stockholm. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can get to NYO from the centre of Stockholm in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 97 kms (60 miles) or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Stockholm to LYR flight is much easier when you stay near Stockholm Skavsta Airport. If you have an early departure, Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport will put you just a short drive away.
The majority of flights that leave Stockholm Skavsta Airport get to their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Reserve a hotel close to LYR if you have a late flight from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Getting from Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport to central Longyearbyen is roughly 3 kms (2 miles). If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Right now, £112 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £205. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Stockholm to LYR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Longyearbyen. July is when most people book flights from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Stockholm to LYR plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Longyearbyen to range from 1ºC to 9ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport in March when temperatures are between -22ºC and -6ºC.
More about Longyearbyen
Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Longyearbyen:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions, Svalbard Global Seed Vault and Longyearbyen Guiding AS are major attractions which should feature on every Longyearbyen itinerary.
