Airport · ARN
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Stockholm, Sweden
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IATA
ARN
ICAO
ESSA
Continent
Europe
Country
Sweden
Transport
Getting To & From Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is located approximately 40 kilometers north of Stockholm. The fastest connection to the city center is the Arlanda Express high-speed train, which takes 18 minutes to reach Stockholm Central Station and costs around 340 SEK, with stations located directly beneath the terminals. For a budget-friendly direct option, Flygbussarna airport coaches take 40 to 50 minutes and cost from 99 SEK when booked online. Regional SL commuter trains also serve the Arlanda Central station in SkyCity, while taxis, rideshares (Uber and Bolt), and regional buses provide alternative road transport options.
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Terminals & Getting Around
Terminals
Arlanda operates multiple passenger zones comprising Terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5, alongside SkyCity—the central hub situated between Terminals 4 and 5. Terminal 5 is the largest facility handling the majority of international traffic, while Terminals 2, 3, and 4 handle a mix of international, regional, and low-cost operations. Terminals 4, 5, and SkyCity form a single interconnected structural complex, allowing seamless walking transfers airside and landside, while the Arlanda Express provides a free rail connection between the terminal train stations.
Hours of Operation
Stockholm Arlanda Airport is open 24 hours a day, though specific retail outlets, restaurants, and regional terminal areas (such as Terminal 3) may close overnight.
Know Before You Go
Practical Tips
- Security Processing: Security wait times are typically short (0 to 10 minutes), but checkpoint technology varies by terminal; note that Terminal 5's upgraded 5F control lanes allow electronics and liquids to stay inside cabin bags, whereas standard rules apply elsewhere.
- Connection Times: Allow at least 60 to 90 minutes for domestic-to-international or international-to-international self-transfers, though minimum legal connection times set by airlines may be shorter if tickets are issued together.
- Luggage Storage: Automated baggage lockers in multiple sizes (including options for oversized gear like skis) are available in Terminals 2, 4, 5, and SkyCity if you plan a quick trip into the city.
- Cashless Environment: Sweden operates on a nearly entirely cashless basis; ensure your cards have international chip-and-PIN capability or mobile payment setup before arrival.
Sources: Swedavia Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Arlanda Express
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