Travelling from Stockholm to Brussels: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Brussels begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
When it comes to landing in Brussels, Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are the chief entry points.
On average, direct flights from Stockholm to Brussels take 2 hours 17 minutes. Brussels and Stockholm share the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't need to change your watch when you land.
The most popular route for flights from Stockholm to Brussels is from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Brussels Airport (BRU). There are 31 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ARN to BRU is the 06:30 Brussels Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 17:50 with SAS.
To ensure you get on your flight from Stockholm to Brussels, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can enter Belgium for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Sweden. But before booking your cheap flight from Stockholm to Brussels, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Stockholm to Brussels, you can catch one from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Travel from ARN to Brussels Airport (BRU) in one seamless journey.
When taking off from ARN, you can catch a direct flight from Stockholm to Brussels with Brussels Airlines.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Stockholm to Brussels departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Billund Airport (BLL)
ARN is around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 39 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Brussels? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Stockholm to Brussels. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Brussels:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Billund Airport (BLL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in about 53 minutes. The terminal is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your flight from Stockholm to Brussels:
Arriving in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to the centre of Brussels takes about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 39 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Brussels, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Brussels. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stockholm to Brussels, allow for a drive time of approximately 56 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
You'll find some cosy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near CRL. Unwind after your flight from Stockholm to Brussels at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Brussels
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Brussels is ر.ق. 80. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 173. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from Stockholm to Brussels by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Stockholm to Brussels. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Best time to go to Brussels
July is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm to Brussels. To skip the crowds, head to Brussels in February.
Before you book a flight from Stockholm to Brussels, consider the type of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Brussels, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are major attractions which should feature on every Brussels itinerary.
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