Travelling from Warsaw to Stockholm: what you need to know
Warsaw has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Stockholm leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
When it comes to arriving in Stockholm, get off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another gateway to this city.
The average time for a direct Warsaw to Stockholm flight is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Warsaw and Stockholm are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The busiest route for flights from Warsaw to Stockholm is from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Take your pick of 20 services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from WAW to ARN is the 08:05 LOT - Polish Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 20:35 with LOT - Polish Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Warsaw to Stockholm flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Stockholm
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Stockholm is £16. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £33. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Warsaw to Stockholm flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Warsaw to Stockholm is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can find a direct flight from Warsaw to Stockholm jetting out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Begin your trip at WAW and then hit the runway at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
LOT - Polish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Warsaw to Stockholm plane tickets leaving from WAW.
WAW is about 5 miles from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Stockholm, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% arrive on time at their destination.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
You can take a direct flight from Warsaw to Stockholm leaving from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). Start your journey at WMI and hop off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Ryanair offers direct Warsaw to Stockholm plane tickets from WMI. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.
You can get to WMI from central Warsaw in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 20 miles or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm, take it easy in one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport:
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is approximately 25 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near ARN if you have a late flight from Warsaw to Stockholm. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
As soon as your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is approximately 5 miles from Bromma Airport (BMA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near BMA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make picking up a Bromma Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm has touched down. Central Stockholm is around 55 miles from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there in a car.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Recharge before moving on to your next destination at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A short drive from NYO, book a stay here after your Warsaw to Stockholm flight and make arrival day easier.
Whether you're looking for a mini for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available from providers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so reserve your ride from NYO ahead of your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm. June is the most popular month for a trip to Stockholm. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Warsaw to Stockholm tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Warsaw to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Stockholm right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Stockholm:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Stockholm to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
You've seen Stockholm, now it's time to explore more of Sweden. Travel around 40 miles north-west to Uppsala to check off its top sights. From Stenhagens utsiktsplats to Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala, your itinerary will be busy.
Sollentuna is another standout destination in Sweden and is around 8 miles north-west of Stockholm. No journey is complete without seeing Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.