Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Stockholm: what you need to know
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CPT to Stockholm flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from CPT to Stockholm with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
CPT is around 18 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near CPT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Stockholm
The best price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm flight is ₹ 32,692. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 55,275. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CPT to Stockholm, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
The distance from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near ARN if you're coming in on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a Stockholm Arlanda Airport rental car and discover Stockholm and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week before your flight from CPT to Stockholm can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Bromma Airport (BMA) is roughly 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. After your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 55 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to BMA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CPT to Stockholm flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Bromma Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Thrifty, Europcar and Hertz.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from BMA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) is around 105 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get from your plane seat to a comfy bed shortly after your CPT to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a quick drive from NYO and the easy choice for late arrivals.
Begin your travels without worrying about how to get to where you're going with a Stockholm Skavsta Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable names here like Budget, Hertz and Sixt.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from NYO a few weeks in advance of your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Stockholm
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Stockholm in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to Stockholm in January when temperatures average between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Stockholm
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Stockholm right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Stockholm:
Stockholm Palace and Vasa Museum are a couple of big attractions to put on your Stockholm must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Djurgarden.
Explore more of Sweden
Helsingborg is just one of the many places in Sweden waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Stockholm. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Tropikariet, Helsingborg Castle and Tropical Beach.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Sweden, head for Lund, roughly 499 kilometres south-west of Stockholm. Hubertusparken, Linnéplatsen and Lundaoxarna are key highlights.