Flying from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located in Stockholm. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Stockholm.
Give yourself enough time to make your ARN to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from ARN to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to ARN? If you're catching an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
73.1% of flights that depart Stockholm Arlanda Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Shanghai
R 4,503 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai flight. A return ticket right now is R 9,037. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ARN to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from ARN to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that are off the usual tourist route. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks ahead of your flight from ARN to Shanghai. If you're going away during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SHA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ARN to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, so you can drive off in a flash.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Reserve your ride from SHA once your travel dates are set.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before locking in your flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ARN to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are popular attractions which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.
