Travelling from Mexico City to Stockholm: what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Mexico City to Stockholm flying out of Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU).
Stockholm has a variety of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) or Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST).
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
To ensure you make your Mexico City to Stockholm flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Stockholm
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Mexico City to Stockholm flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Mexico City to Stockholm is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a fantastic deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Mexico City to Stockholm by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Mexico City to Stockholm flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it a breeze to find a Mexico City to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Mexico City Juarez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Travelling from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MEX touch down on schedule 84% of the time.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
NLU is about 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Mexico City to Stockholm? Kick back in a hotel near Felipe Angeles International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure shows how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ARN:
Begin your 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week before your departure date.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
After your flight from Mexico City to Stockholm has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 88 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Kick back and relax at a hotel not long after your Mexico City to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport and Comfortable Apartment are within easy reach of NYO.
Budget, Hertz and Sixt make collecting a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from NYO in advance so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is about 88 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or taxi after your flight from Mexico City to Stockholm.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near VST and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you're coming in on a late Mexico City to Stockholm flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these stays bring comfort closer to you:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stockholm Vasteras Airport rental car. Hertz, Mabi and Budget are reliable rental providers.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from VST two weeks before your flight from Mexico City to Stockholm for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Before securing your flights from Mexico City to Mexico City, think about which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Mexico City 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).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Mexico City to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Mexico City 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:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and King's Garden are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sweden just waiting to be explored. Around 64 kilometres northwest of Stockholm, a trip to Uppsala will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Uppsala Cathedral, Botanical Garden and Gamla Uppsala.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Sweden, consider Sollentuna, about 13 kilometres northwest of Stockholm. MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Sollentunaholms herrgård are highlights.
