Flying from Hamburg to Stockholm: what you need to know
Hamburg's main base, Hamburg Airport (HAM), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm.
Stockholm has a variety of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Hamburg to Stockholm. These two cities are in the same timezone (UTC+1).
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 14 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Hamburg to Stockholm is with Eurowings at 20:45. Opt for the first HAM to ARN departure with Eurowings at 06:10 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you get on your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can enter Sweden for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Germany. But before booking your cheap flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Set off from Hamburg Airport (HAM) on a nonstop flight from Hamburg to Stockholm. From HAM, you can fly directly into Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
When departing from HAM, you can take a direct flight from Hamburg to Stockholm with Eurowings.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Hamburg to Stockholm with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Hamburg Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central Hamburg to HAM takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Hamburg Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving 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 about 37 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 39 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. Following your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, allow for a drive time of approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 53 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to BMA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Stockholm
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm is R 713. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,595. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Hamburg to Stockholm.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Hamburg to Stockholm. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Hamburg to Stockholm. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm. June is the most popular month for a trip to Stockholm. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Schedule your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm for July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Hamburg to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Stockholm, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Stockholm:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are a couple of major attractions to put on your Stockholm to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Djurgarden.
Complete your Stockholm trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Hamburg to Stockholm isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Stockholm and travel at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.
