Flying from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Check out your options for jetting out of Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Stockholm. Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Stockholm to LAX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from Stockholm to LAX leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
From the centre of Stockholm, ARN is around 40 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Break up your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport with a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). A main stopover between Bromma Airport and LAX, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
BMA is about 10 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to LAX, chill out in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport from $465 or travel return from just $696. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To find cheap tickets from Stockholm to LAX, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Stockholm to LAX.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Stockholm to LAX in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Los Angeles International Airport:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just two of the big attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
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