Traveling from Glasgow to Stockholm: what you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Stockholm leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Get off the plane at one of Stockholm's major entry points like Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). You can also arrive at this city landing at Bromma Airport (BMA) or Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stockholm one hour ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you make your Glasgow to Stockholm flight, allow 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 standard rule.
Flying over a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Stockholm
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Glasgow to Stockholm flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Glasgow to Stockholm flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometers from the center of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Stockholm or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your Glasgow to Stockholm flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Stockholm:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is approximately 40 kilometers from the center of Stockholm. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Pick up a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week before your trip.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Once your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm has arrived, you can get to the city center in about 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 8 kilometers from Bromma Airport (BMA).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the center takes 55 minutes or so.
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 Glasgow to Stockholm:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bromma Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from BMA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Step off your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Stockholm is around 88 kilometers from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) and usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Recharge before moving on to your next destination at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. A quick ride from NYO, stay here after your Glasgow to Stockholm flight and make arrival day easier.
Whether you're searching for a mini for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from NYO a few weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm. June is the most popular month to travel to Stockholm. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Glasgow to Stockholm ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Stockholm to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Stockholm
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Stockholm, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Stockholm:
Vasa Museum and Stockholm Palace are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Stockholm to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Stockholm is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sweden you'll want to see. Around 64 kilometers north-west of Stockholm, a trip to Uppsala will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Stenhagens utsiktsplats, Solvallsparken Rosendal and Frodeparken, Uppsala.
If you want to check out another corner of Sweden, consider Sollentuna, roughly 13 kilometers north-west of Stockholm. Hundrastgård Helenelund, Pulkakullen and Vindskydd are key highlights.
