Flying from Hamburg to Stockholm: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm. Hamburg International Airport (HAM) and Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Step off the plane at one of Stockholm's major gateways like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can also touch down at Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) or Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST).
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Hamburg to Stockholm flight.
Hamburg and Stockholm share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the most popular route. When booking your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, you can select from 14 services a week between HAM and ARN.
Leave enough time to catch your Hamburg to Stockholm flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Stockholm
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Hamburg to Stockholm flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Hamburg to Stockholm flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, you can leave from Hamburg International Airport (HAM). Get from HAM to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) in one continuous trip.
You can choose from various airlines offering direct Hamburg to Stockholm plane tickets with departures from HAM, including:
We make it a breeze to book a Hamburg to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Hamburg International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Hamburg International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to Stockholm or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm? Kick back in a hotel near Hamburg Lubeck Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Hamburg Lubeck Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Stockholm and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week before your departure date.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. After your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After getting off your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, make yourself at home at a hotel near NYO. Consider staying at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Comfortable Apartment is another place where you can rest and recharge before exploring the city.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Pick up a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from NYO a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm has landed. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometres from Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near VST and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you have a late Hamburg to Stockholm flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip with a Stockholm Vasteras Airport rental car. Hertz, Mabi and Budget are reliable rental providers.
About two weeks before your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm is a good time to book your vehicle from VST. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Plan your trip to Hamburg in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Hamburg to Hamburg during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Hamburg to Stockholm ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Hamburg to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stockholm:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and King's Garden are essential stops on your Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sweden you should also see. About 64 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, a visit to Uppsala will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Uppsala Cathedral, Botanical Garden and Gamla Uppsala.
Sollentuna is another sought-after destination in Sweden and is around 13 kilometres northwest of Stockholm. No journey is complete without experiencing MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Sollentunaholms herrgård.




