Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Stockholm: what you need to know
The timezone in Stockholm is UTC+1. The city is six hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RDU to Stockholm flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from RDU to Stockholm, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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RDU is about 16 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
78% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Stockholm
₹ 29,430 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm flight. A return plane ticket starts at ₹ 39,388. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RDU to Stockholm if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across every month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to central Stockholm takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport about one week ahead of your flight from RDU to Stockholm.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
After your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 97 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your RDU to Stockholm flight, head for the comforts of a hotel near NYO. Consider booking a room at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport. Comfortable apartment is another place where you can relax and figure out your next steps.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from NYO in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Hop off your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm and make your way to your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central Stockholm is around 97 kilometres from Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) and typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to VST and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you have a late RDU to Stockholm flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Around two weeks before your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm is the ideal time to book your vehicle from VST. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Stockholm
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm. September is the most popular month to visit Stockholm. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Book a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 25ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from RDU to Stockholm around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Stockholm, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Grona Lund, Vasa Museum and King's Garden are must-visits when exploring Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
You've visited Stockholm, now it's time to explore more of Sweden. Journey about 483 kilometres southwest to Helsingborg to check off its must-visit sights. From Sofiero Gard to Sofiero Palace and Helsingborg Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Lund is another favourite destination in Sweden and is around 499 kilometres southwest of Stockholm. No journey is complete without a visit to Lund Cathedral, The Historical Museum and Medieval Museum (Drottens Museet).
