Traveling from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN): What you need to know
Reykjavik's main base, Keflavik International Airport (KEF), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Reykjavik. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is located in Stockholm.
The most popular route is from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). There are 10 direct services each week. SAS operates a 1am departure between KEF and ARN.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Reykjavik to ARN.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) leave from this terminal.
Icelandair is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport leaving from KEF.
Most passengers choose to fly with Icelandair from KEF to ARN.
With 65.63% of services landing on schedule, Icelandair is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Reykjavik to ARN. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport (KEF). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT)
KEF is about 48 kilometers from central Reykjavik. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% arrive on time at their destination.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
RKV is around 2 kilometers from central Reykjavik. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your Reykjavik to ARN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Reykjavik International Airport:
76.1% of flights out of Reykjavik International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ARN:
Explore without limits with a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and see more of Stockholm and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport flight.
Getting from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport is roughly 40 kilometers from central Stockholm. How long it takes to get to the center in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
AED 302 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. A return flight starts from AED 648. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Reykjavik to ARN.
The best month for scoring cheap Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
June is when most people book flights from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Plan your visit to Stockholm in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Reykjavik to ARN flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stockholm:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Grona Lund and Modern Art Museum (Moderna Museet) are must-visits when exploring Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
Karlstad is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be explored after you've experienced Stockholm. Around 257 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Karlstad, Sandgrund Lars Lerin and Karlstad Swecamp Bomstadbaden.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Sweden, head for Falun, about 161 kilometers north-west of Stockholm. Falu Gruva, Stadsparken and Museum of Medical History are the start of reasons to visit.