Flying from Stockholm to Shanghai: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's primary gateways.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You'll need a visa for China if you hold a passport from Sweden and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Stockholm to Shanghai, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Stockholm to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The journey from central Stockholm to ARN takes around 39 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai, here's where you can stop when leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
You can get to BMA from central Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 53 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai? Kick back in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You'll find some comfortable stays to call home for the night near SHA. Settle in after your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Shanghai
At the moment, ₹ 34,463 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Shanghai. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 39,420. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Stockholm to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Stockholm to Shanghai throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Stockholm to Shanghai. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stockholm to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai. July is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai for August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Stockholm to Shanghai. Whether you're after a compact ride, roomy sedan or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
