Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Stockholm is 5 hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located. Stockholm operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from RDU to Stockholm, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from RDU to Stockholm with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You don't need a visa for Sweden if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
RDU is around 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Stockholm
₹ 30,755 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm. A return flight starts from ₹ 40,661. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to Stockholm if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Stockholm. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 37 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 39 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 10 kilometres from Bromma Airport (BMA).
The trip will take about 53 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near BMA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from RDU to Stockholm at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Stockholm
June is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm. To avoid the crowds, visit Stockholm in February when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Stockholm, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from RDU to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC on average.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Stockholm right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Vasa Museum, Stockholm Palace and Djurgarden are attractions you won't want to skip in Stockholm.
Complete your Stockholm trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Stockholm and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm.