Travelling from Stockholm to Houston: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Stockholm to Houston, there's a range of airports you can jet off from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are some of Stockholm's main terminals.
When it comes to working out where to land in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the chief entry points.
Houston is six hours behind Stockholm and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you board your Stockholm to Houston flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Houston
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Stockholm to Houston flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Houston is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and walk away with a sweet deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Stockholm to Houston.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Stockholm to Houston flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Stockholm to Houston flights leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stockholm to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
73.1% of flights that take off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport make it to their destination on time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Bromma Airport the day before your flight from Stockholm to Houston:
Bromma Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
The journey to NYO from central Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Reserve a hotel close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport and make sure departure day goes without a hitch. If you're taking an early Stockholm to Houston flight, stay at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a stellar on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and land as expected.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and discover more of Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Houston. After your flight from Stockholm to Houston, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Stockholm to Houston, settle in at a hotel close to HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a William P. Hobby Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stockholm to Houston. July is the busiest month for a trip to Houston. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Stockholm to Houston ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap flights from Stockholm to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Houston:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
