Flying from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Stockholm is six hours ahead of Richmond, where Richmond International Airport is located. Stockholm follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your RIC to Stockholm flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book plane tickets from RIC to Stockholm with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a go-to stop on this route.
The journey from central Richmond to RIC takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kms (7 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to RIC? If you're boarding an early flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond International Airport, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Stockholm
£290 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport to Stockholm flight. A return ticket right now is £619. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RIC to Stockholm. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight from RIC to Stockholm is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Stockholm. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel near ARN if you have a late flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week in advance of your flight from RIC to Stockholm.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Central Stockholm is about 97 kms (60 miles) from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO). Once your flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Settle in and wind down at a hotel shortly after your RIC to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport and Comfortable apartment are easy to get to from NYO.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from NYO in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) is around 97 kms (60 miles) from central Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm.
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, head for a hotel close to VST. Get settled at one of these stays after your RIC to Stockholm flight:
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm is a good time to book your vehicle from VST. You're more likely to land a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Stockholm
September is the most popular month for flights from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm. To avoid the crowds, head to Stockholm in January.
Before locking in your Richmond International Airport to Stockholm plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 25ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 4ºC.
More about Stockholm
Once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport to Stockholm, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stockholm:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grona Lund, Vasa Museum and King's Garden are essential stops on your Stockholm itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
You've visited Stockholm, now it's time to discover other corners of Sweden. Travel around 483 kms (300 miles) southwest to Helsingborg to tick off its leading attractions. From Sofiero Gard to Sofiero Palace and Helsingborg Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Sweden, consider Lund, roughly 499 kms (310 miles) southwest of Stockholm. Lund Cathedral, The Historical Museum and Medieval Museum (Drottens Museet) are among the biggest draws.
