Stockholm to Istanbul (ARN–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ARN–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,352 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: 6E, FI, MS, PK | 21 | 32Q | 3h23-3h40 | – | Star Alliance | 6E, FI, MS, PK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ARN: CEST · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Stockholm, it's 7:00 PM in Istanbul.
Swedish passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application or eVisa is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
The Arlanda Express train runs non-stop from Stockholm Central Station to ARN in 18 minutes (SEK 280–320 one-way, cheaper booked online). The Pendeltåg (commuter rail) stops at Arlanda South/North stations for SEK 145 total (including a SEK 120 airport supplement); the journey takes 40 minutes.Taxis from central Stockholm cost SEK 600–800 (45–60 min). Uber runs SEK 400–600. The E4 motorway connects the airport to the city; traffic can be heavy southbound during afternoon rush. Driving takes 35–50 minutes in normal conditions.
M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.
The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.
Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.
ARN–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ARN to IST
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) and İstanbul Airport (IST) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ARN to IST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ARN to IST is about 3 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,352 miles (2,175 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 81 return, totaling 155 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Belgrade Nikola Tesla, Riga and Copenhagen Kastrup. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.