Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Stockholm is eight hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located. Stockholm runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SEA to Stockholm flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from SEA to Stockholm, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near SEA. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SEA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Stockholm
$466 is currently the best price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm flight. Return flight tickets start at $616. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from SEA to Stockholm. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SEA to Stockholm.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ARN:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SEA to Stockholm can help you secure the lowest rate.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Once your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near BMA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SEA to Stockholm flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Bromma Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Stockholm is around 105 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take about 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport.
If you'd like to go from wheels down to winding down as fast as you can, stay at a hotel close to NYO. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick ride away and a convenient option if you have a late SEA to Stockholm flight.
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Budget, Hertz and Sixt make getting on the road effortless.
If you're hoping for a particular model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Reserve your ride from NYO a few weeks ahead of your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Travel to Stockholm during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Stockholm right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Stockholm:
Stockholm Palace and Vasa Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Stockholm must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Sweden you should also see. About 483 kilometres south-west of Stockholm, a visit to Helsingborg will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
Lund is another well-known destination in Sweden and is around 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm. No trip is complete without experiencing Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna.
