Flying from Istanbul to Stockholm: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Stockholm flying out of Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
When it comes to arriving in Stockholm, hop off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO). Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is another gateway to this city.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Stockholm flight is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm two hours behind Istanbul.
The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Stockholm is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can choose from 19 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to ARN is the 08:15 Turkish Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 21:05 with Turkish Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Istanbul to Stockholm flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Stockholm
At the moment, $114 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Stockholm. The cheapest price for a return flight is $216. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Stockholm flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Stockholm is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can get a direct flight from Istanbul to Stockholm departing from Istanbul Airport (IST). Start your trip at IST and land at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Istanbul to Stockholm plane tickets from IST.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Istanbul to Stockholm flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Vienna Airport (VIE)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Stockholm or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Stockholm out of Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). Nonstop services from SAW will get you to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Book your direct Istanbul to Stockholm plane ticket with Pegasus. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of SAW.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Stockholm flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Istanbul Sabiha Airport and Stockholm:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm? Check in to a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure sheds light on how often 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 about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week in advance of your Istanbul to Stockholm flight.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. Once you've hopped off your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Step out of arrivals and head to a hotel close to NYO. Relax shortly after your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Or hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and get some sleep at Comfortable Apartment.
Budget, Hertz and Sixt make picking up a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by securing your ride from NYO before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is roughly 88 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.
Reserve a hotel near VST and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late Istanbul to Stockholm flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Stockholm Vasteras Airport rental car. Hertz, Mabi and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from VST two weeks before your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm for the lowest prices.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Travel to Istanbul in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from Istanbul to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 25ºC. Book your Istanbul to Stockholm ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Stockholm around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Stockholm, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and King's Garden are popular attractions which should be on every Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
You've seen Stockholm, now it's time to explore other parts of Sweden. Travel around 64 kilometres northwest to Uppsala to tick off its leading attractions. From Uppsala Cathedral to Botanical Garden and Gamla Uppsala, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Sweden, consider Sollentuna, about 13 kilometres northwest of Stockholm. MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Sollentunaholms herrgård are highlights.








