Travelling from Stockholm to Tokyo: what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Stockholm to Tokyo, there's a nice range of airports you can jet off from. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are among Stockholm's main terminals.
Arrive in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Around 13 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Stockholm to Tokyo flight.
Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Stockholm and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
You can choose from five weekly services between Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) and {"defaultCase":"Haneda Airport","accusativeCase":"Haneda Airport","nominativeCase":"Haneda Airport","dativeCase":"Haneda Airport"} (HND). ARN to HND is the most popular route when booking flights from Stockholm to Tokyo.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Stockholm to Tokyo flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Tokyo
Score cheap Stockholm to Tokyo flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Tokyo is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Jet off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) on a nonstop flight from Stockholm to Tokyo. From ARN, you can fly directly into Haneda Airport (HND).
Keep an eye out for deals with ANA. This carrier offers direct Stockholm to Tokyo plane tickets from ARN.
We make it simple to find a Stockholm to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Travelling from central Stockholm to ARN takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Stockholm to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Give yourself some time to recharge during your Stockholm to Tokyo flight with a stopover. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is one of the main options between Bromma Airport and Tokyo.
BMA is around 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can book a ticket from Stockholm to Tokyo leaving from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) with a stopover. Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) is a major connection point.
The journey to NYO from the centre of Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Reserve a hotel near Stockholm Skavsta Airport and wake up refreshed and ready to go. If you have an early Stockholm to Tokyo flight, stay at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals rating of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and reach your final stop as expected.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks before your trip.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Stockholm to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Tuck yourself in after your Stockholm to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make collecting a Narita International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you stay within budget.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, head to Tokyo in February.
Lock in a Stockholm to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Stockholm to Tokyo, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its leading sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Japan, head for Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among the biggest draws.