Travelling from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Stockholm is one hour ahead of Leeds, where Leeds Bradford International Airport is located. Stockholm runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your LBA to Stockholm flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from LBA to Stockholm. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The journey from central Leeds to LBA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LBA:
Of all flights leaving Leeds Bradford International Airport, 68.63% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Stockholm
R 749 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm flight. Return flight tickets start from R 2,109. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from LBA to Stockholm if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to the centre of Stockholm takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and find adventure across Stockholm and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week before your flight from LBA to Stockholm.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
The centre of Stockholm is located around 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA). After your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to BMA. Unwind and get cosy after your LBA to Stockholm flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Bromma Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is about 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get some rest before the next chapter of your journey at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A short drive from NYO, stay here after your LBA to Stockholm flight and make arrival day feel less rushed.
Whether you're after a zippy mini for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from suppliers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
If you prefer a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from NYO a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before securing your flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Stockholm offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LBA to Stockholm around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Stockholm right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Stockholm:
Stockholm Palace and Vasa Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Stockholm travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Helsingborg is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be discovered after you've seen Stockholm. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Around 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm, Lund is another essential stop in Sweden. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.