Köln (Cologne) to Stockholm (CGN–ARN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CGN–ARN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Eurowings and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 739 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EW Eurowings | 5 | 319 | 2h | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 3 | 73H | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Stockholm from Köln (Cologne)
| Metric | CGN→ARN | DUS→ARN | FRA→ARN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGN | – | 34 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 17 | 103 |
| Flight time | 2h | 2h | 2h 5m |
Travel Essentials
CGN: CEST · ARN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Köln (Cologne), it's 6:00 PM in Stockholm.
Germany and Sweden are both Schengen and EU member states. German citizens enter Sweden with a national ID card or passport. No visa, no border checks on flights, no time limit on stays. You can live and work in Sweden under EU freedom of movement.
If you stay longer than 3 months, register with the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) rather than a migration office. This gives you a personnummer, which you will need for everything from opening a bank account to signing up for a gym. Bring your passport, proof of employment or enrollment, and proof of address.
Arlanda Express (SEK 280–320) to Stockholm Central in 18 minutes. Departures every 15 minutes from platforms in the terminal. The Pendeltåg (SEK 145 including airport supplement) takes 40 minutes and departs from Arlanda Central station, a short walk or free shuttle from the terminals.Taxis to central Stockholm: SEK 600–800. Uber: SEK 400–600. Several rental car brands operate from ARN. Flygbussarna coaches serve Uppsala (1h, SEK 120) and other regional cities. The airport is 45km north of Stockholm.
Subarctic maritime climate. Winters (December–February) are cold at −7–2°C with reliable snowfall. ARN is well-equipped for winter operations with heated jet bridges and continuous de-icing capability, but major snowstorms still cause delays. Daylight is very limited. December averages fewer than 7 hours.
Summers (June–August) are mild and long at 18–24°C with up to 19 hours of daylight. Operations are very stable. Fog can form on calm, clear autumn nights (September–November). Spring snow in April is not unusual. Pack thermal layers for any winter visit.
CGN–ARN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CGN to ARN
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) are connected by nonstop service from Eurowings and Ryanair. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CGN to ARN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CGN to ARN ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 739 miles (1,189 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via LHR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Düsseldorf (DUS) and Frankfurt am Main (FRA).