Traveling from Washington DC to Stockholm: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm. Explore your options for departing Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
When it comes to arriving in Stockholm, step off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Bromma Airport (BMA). Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is another way to get to this city.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
To ensure you get on your Washington DC to Stockholm flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Getting away during a peak time like February? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Stockholm
To pick up cheap Washington DC to Stockholm flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to Stockholm is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Washington DC to Stockholm flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Stockholm? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your Washington DC to Stockholm flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and Stockholm are:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 25 miles away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can reserve a ticket from Washington DC to Stockholm with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and Stockholm:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 25 miles or so.
Make taking an early Washington DC to Stockholm flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 25 miles from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Washington DC to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and find adventure across Stockholm and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
As soon as your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm has arrived, you can reach the city center in about 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is approximately 5 miles from Bromma Airport (BMA).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the center takes 55 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BMA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by securing your ride from BMA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Hop off your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm and go directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. The center of Stockholm is around 55 miles from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get a good night's rest before moving on to your next destination at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Just a short drive from NYO, book a stay here after your Washington DC to Stockholm flight and make arrival day feel less rushed.
Start your journey without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
If you're hoping for a particular model or make, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Secure your ride from NYO a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Stockholm. To avoid the crowds, head to Stockholm in January.
When booking your Washington DC to Stockholm tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 79ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºF and 41ºF on average.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Stockholm, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are must-visits when exploring Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Stockholm, now it's time to explore more of Sweden. Journey around 40 miles north-west to Uppsala to check off its top attractions. From Stenhagens utsiktsplats to Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Sollentuna is another must-experience destination in Sweden and is around 8 miles north-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without dropping by Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd.