Stockholm to Los Angeles (ARN–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ARN–LAX has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
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Travel Essentials
ARN: CEST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Stockholm, it's 9:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Sweden is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Swedish passport holders need an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. The ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Apply online at the official CBP ESTA site at least 72 hours before departure. Your passport must be machine-readable and valid for the duration of the stay.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
ARN–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ARN to LAX
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
ARN to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ARN to LAX is about 11 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,508 miles (8,864 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Helsinki Vantaa, Copenhagen Kastrup and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.