Traveling from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is Stockholm's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) taking off from here.
Take off on a direct Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport flight and you'll be traveling for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Stockholm. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
The busiest route is from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), with 18 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from ARN to LGW is the 7am Norwegian Air Sweden option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 6:20pm with Norwegian Air Sweden.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Stockholm to LGW.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You can hop on a direct flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) out of Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
When jetting out of ARN, you can catch a direct flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport with Norwegian Air Sweden.
Most travelers choose to fly with Norwegian Air Sweden between ARN and LGW.
The journey from central Stockholm to ARN takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart ARN arrive at their destination on time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
You can reach NYO from the center of Stockholm in approximately 1 hour 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 97 kilometers or so.
The day before your Stockholm to LGW flight, why not spend an extra night away? Relax at Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport or Comfortable apartment, which are near Stockholm Skavsta Airport.
Flights from Stockholm Skavsta Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 91% of them arriving as planned.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the center of London is about 40 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport is AED 141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 402. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap flights from Stockholm to LGW by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
December is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
July is when most people book flights from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Plan your visit to London in January for a more low-key escape.
Book a Stockholm to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Stockholm to London Gatwick Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are major attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 290 kilometers away to the northwest, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 193 kilometers northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
