Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 34 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm.
Stockholm and Barcelona (where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Take your pick of 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BCN to ARN is the 05:45 Ryanair service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:30 with Scandinavian Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from BCN to Stockholm. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm that touches down at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from BCN to Stockholm, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
If you have a passport from Spain and are travelling to Sweden for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in approximately 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Stockholm
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm is R 464. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,067. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from BCN to Stockholm by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 37 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 39 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm. Book one of these accommodation options near ARN instead:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
As soon as your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
The journey will take roughly 53 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near BMA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from BCN to Stockholm:
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm. To escape the crowds, travel to Stockholm in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap flights from BCN to Stockholm sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Stockholm to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Djurgarden.
Complete your Stockholm trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Stockholm to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Stockholm, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
