Flying from Stockholm to Bangkok: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Bangkok begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Step off your plane in Bangkok at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Around 10 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Stockholm to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, making Bangkok six hours ahead of Stockholm.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are eight departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Stockholm to Bangkok is with Norse Atlantic Airways at 17:45. Opt for the first ARN to BKK departure with Norse Atlantic Airways at 12:40 to make the most of your first day in Bangkok.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Stockholm to Bangkok flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Bangkok
To secure cheap Stockholm to Bangkok flights, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Bangkok is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Stockholm to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Stockholm to Bangkok flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Set off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) on a nonstop flight from Stockholm to Bangkok. From ARN, you can fly directly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Thai Airways International is a well-known airline that offers direct Stockholm to Bangkok plane tickets leaving from ARN.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Stockholm to Bangkok flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your Stockholm to Bangkok flight with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A main stopover between Bromma Airport and Bangkok, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
BMA is about 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Stockholm to Bangkok? Relax in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Bromma Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
From central Stockholm, NYO is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Early flights from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are more relaxed when you stay somewhere nearby. Get a head start by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Bangkok flight.
NYO has a very good on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on track and touch down as expected.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Stockholm to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks in advance of your Stockholm to Bangkok flight.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is approximately 21 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). As soon as your flight from Stockholm to Bangkok has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your Stockholm to Bangkok flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
April is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Bangkok, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Bangkok based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Stockholm to Bangkok tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Bangkok:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top sights which should be on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a visit to Udon Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, about 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are among the biggest draws.
