Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): what you need to know
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is nine hours ahead of Sacramento.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your SMF to ARN flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. New York Newark Airport is a top stopover on the SMF to ARN route.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Catch some z's here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Book a hotel near ARN if you're catching a late Sacramento International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm
From Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Stockholm is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Have a think about your dates before securing your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Stockholm in peak season has a lively feel, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for July if you want to go to Stockholm during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to ARN in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sweden just waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, a visit to Uppsala will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Uppsala Cathedral, Botanical Garden and The Church of Old Uppsala.
Around 13 kilometres north-west of Stockholm, Sollentuna is another favourite stop in Sweden. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at MC Collection Motorcycle Museum, Rösjöskogens naturreservat and Edsvik Konsthall.