Flying from Bucharest to Stockholm: what you need to know
Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm.
Hop off the plane at one of Stockholm's major gateways like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can also make your way to this city landing at Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Bucharest to Stockholm flight.
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are four departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Bucharest to Stockholm is with Wizz Air Malta at 06:50. Opt for the first OTP to NYO departure with Wizz Air Malta at 05:50 to maximise your time in Stockholm.
Leave enough time to get on your Bucharest to Stockholm flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Stockholm
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Stockholm is £25. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £44. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap Bucharest to Stockholm flights by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Bucharest to Stockholm. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Bucharest to Stockholm.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Bucharest to Stockholm flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Begin your travels at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), which has a range of direct flights from Bucharest to Stockholm. From OTP, you can fly without any stops to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Popular carriers that offer direct Bucharest to Stockholm plane tickets departing from OTP include:
We make it a breeze to book a Bucharest to Stockholm flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
OTP is around 10 miles from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving 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 travel time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Stockholm, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is approximately 25 miles. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Stockholm's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Once your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is approximately 5 miles from Bromma Airport (BMA).
Travelling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to BMA. Settle in and get cosy after your Bucharest to Stockholm flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz make collecting a Bromma Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from BMA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 55 miles from the centre of Stockholm. It takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Go from your plane seat to a cushy bed shortly after your Bucharest to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is conveniently located near NYO.
Begin your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental agencies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so secure your ride from NYO a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Stockholm, while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Stockholm based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Stockholm is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Bucharest to Stockholm ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Stockholm around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Stockholm, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are top sights which should feature on any good Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
You've done Stockholm, now it's time to discover more of Sweden. Travel about 40 miles north-west to Uppsala to check off its leading sights. From Stenhagens utsiktsplats to Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Sweden, head for Sollentuna, roughly 8 miles north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are key highlights.