Flights to Sweden from the UK take around 2-2.5 hours direct. Stockholm is the main entry point, with Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) handling most international traffic from the UK.
SAS, British Airways, and Norwegian fly direct from London to Stockholm. Budget carriers Ryanair and easyJet serve various Swedish airports from multiple UK cities. The flight takes just 2-2.5 hours.
UK citizens can visit Sweden for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date.
Dry season
(June-August)
Swedish summer with long daylight hours. Midnight sun in the north. Temperatures 15-25°C. Peak season but magical weather.
Wet/Winter season
(November-February)
Dark, cold winters. Temperatures -5 to 5°C in Stockholm, much colder in the north. Northern lights viewing and skiing season.
Shoulder seasons
(May, September)
Pleasant weather, fewer tourists. Spring wildflowers in May. Autumn colours in September. Good prices and conditions.
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