Flying from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Explore your options for taking off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is eight hours behind Stockholm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Stockholm to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Stockholm to LAX leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
73.1% of flights that leave from Stockholm Arlanda Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a great option between Bromma Airport and LAX.
BMA is around 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Bromma Airport the day before your Stockholm to LAX flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57.41%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
When booking your plane ticket from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) out of Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), you have stopover options to choose from. Consider making a pit stop at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
From the centre of Stockholm, NYO is around 105 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are easier when you stay in a hotel close by. Get a head start by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport flight.
With 80.46% of its departing flights arriving on time, NYO is a reliable starting point for any trip.
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you have a late flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LAX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Los Angeles. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, $405 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $659. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Stockholm to LAX, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Stockholm to LAX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, consider Bakersfield, roughly 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. Kern County Museum, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are key reasons to visit.