Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Belfast International Airport is located in Belfast. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Stockholm is one hour ahead of Belfast.
To avoid missing your BFS to Stockholm flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from BFS to Stockholm, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Searching for a hotel close to BFS? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Stockholm
R 927 is currently the best price for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Stockholm flight. Return flight tickets start from R 1,909. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BFS to Stockholm. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap tickets from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across each month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and explore Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BFS to Stockholm.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Central Stockholm is located around 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA). After your flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to BMA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BFS to Stockholm flight:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from BMA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get some sleep before the next chapter of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A quick ride from NYO, book a stay here after your BFS to Stockholm flight and make arrival day easier.
Whether you'd like an economy for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available from companies such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from NYO a few weeks ahead of your flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before you book your flights from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Stockholm offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your Belfast International Airport to Stockholm flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFS to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast International Airport to Stockholm, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Stockholm Palace, Vasa Museum and Djurgarden are attractions you won't want to skip in Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
Helsingborg is just one of the many places in Sweden waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Stockholm. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Around 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm, Lund is another essential stop in Sweden. Experience major highlights starting with Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.