Flying from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city operates on the UTC-8 timezone and is nine hours behind Stockholm.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Stockholm to SFO. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Stockholm to SFO with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ARN and SFO include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
85% of flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from ARN.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can arrive at NYO from the centre of Stockholm in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
The day before your Stockholm to SFO flight, why not spend an extra night away? Stay at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport or Comfortable apartment, which are close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 91% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Have a late flight from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near SFO and turn out the lights sooner:
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport is $523. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $849. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Stockholm to SFO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Stockholm to SFO.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
December is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to San Francisco based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Stockholm to SFO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 16ºC.
More about San Francisco
Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to San Francisco International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Francisco:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are must-do's during your San Francisco adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 257 kilometres east to Fresno to check off its leading attractions. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Sacramento is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. No journey is complete without experiencing California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.