Travelling from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), there's a good selection of airports you can jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
Stockholm is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located in Stockholm, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to ARN. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to ARN flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from YXX reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Consider booking a hotel near ARN if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport to central Stockholm is around 40 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport is R 4,327. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,075. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to ARN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), while June is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Stockholm based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Vancouver to ARN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stockholm:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Stockholm when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Vasa Museum followed by Grona Lund and Modern Art Museum (Moderna Museet).
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Stockholm, now it's time to explore other parts of Sweden. Travel about 257 kilometres west to Karlstad to tick off its popular sights. From Karlstad to Sandgrund Lars Lerin and Karlstad Swecamp Bomstadbaden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, Falun is another favourite stop in Sweden. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Falu Gruva, Stadsparken and Museum of Medical History.
