Flying from Stockholm to Shanghai: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Touch down in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Stockholm and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Stockholm to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Shanghai
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Stockholm to Shanghai flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Shanghai is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Stockholm to Shanghai flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
ARN is about 40 kilometres from central Stockholm. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Of the departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Consider adding a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). It's a popular stopover on a Stockholm to Shanghai flight leaving Bromma Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to freshen up at the airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai, take it easy in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
57% of flights departing Bromma Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
The journey to NYO from central Stockholm is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Early flights from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are more relaxed when you stay somewhere nearby. Get a head start by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Shanghai flight.
NYO has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.46%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and reach your destination as planned.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai:
Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and unlock more experiences with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from your arrival gate, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the most popular month for flights from Stockholm to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Stockholm to Shanghai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Shanghai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are highlights which should be on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
