Travelling from Stockholm to San Diego: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to San Diego. Check out your options for departing Stockholm from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Come in for landing at San Diego International Airport (SAN), the primary gateway of San Diego.
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Stockholm.
To ensure you don't miss your Stockholm to San Diego flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to San Diego
To find cheap Stockholm to San Diego flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Stockholm to San Diego across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Stockholm to San Diego flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Stockholm to San Diego flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Stockholm to San Diego? Unwind in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Bromma Airport has an on-time performance rate of 57.41%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
NYO is roughly 88 kilometres from central Stockholm. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Make departure day easier by staying close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a fantastic accommodation option, especially if you've booked an early Stockholm to San Diego flight.
NYO has an on-time performance rating of 80.46%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
Arriving in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 3 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 10 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to San Diego. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Stockholm to San Diego flight.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Once you've disembarked your flight from Stockholm to San Diego, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 15 minutes or so.
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and make a speedy getaway.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from CLD in advance. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Stockholm to San Diego. July is the most popular month to visit San Diego. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Stockholm to San Diego ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Stockholm to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to San Diego:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your San Diego to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at SeaWorld San Diego.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among its highlights.
