New York to Stockholm (JFK–ARN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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JFK–ARN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 3,910 miles in approximately 8h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, SK | 7 | 763 | 8h10 | SkyTeam | AF, SK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Stockholm from New York
| Metric | JFK→ARN | EWR→ARN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 6 |
| Flight time | 8h 10m | 7h 55m |
| Departure OTP | 17% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · ARN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Stockholm.
US passport holders enter Sweden visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area. No advance application is needed. Sweden is an EU member and Schengen member. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area. At Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) or Gothenburg Landvetter (GOT), immigration stamps your passport at the non-EU line.
The 90-day Schengen clock runs across all Schengen countries. Sweden borders Norway and Finland, both Schengen members with free movement across borders. The Oresund Bridge connects Malmo to Copenhagen, Denmark, in 35 minutes by train. Stockholm's Gamla Stan (Old Town), the Vasa Museum, and the ABBA Museum draw visitors year-round. Swedish Lapland above the Arctic Circle offers the Northern Lights from September through March and midnight sun from late May through mid-July.
Direct flights from New York JFK and Newark to Stockholm run about 8 hours on SAS and United. Seasonal nonstop service operates from Miami and Los Angeles. Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK), trading at roughly 10.5 SEK per $1. Sweden is one of the world's most cashless societies: card and mobile payments work everywhere, including street vendors and public toilets. Cash is rarely needed and some businesses do not accept it. The Arlanda Express train runs from ARN to Stockholm Central in 20 minutes for SEK 299 ($28.50). SL transit cards cover Stockholm's metro, buses, and ferries at SEK 42 ($4) per single trip or SEK 200 ($19) for a 72-hour pass. Restaurant meals cost SEK 150 to SEK 300 ($14.30 to $28.60).
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–ARN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to ARN
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
JFK to ARN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to ARN is about 8 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,910 miles (6,293 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Manchester, Oslo-Gardermoen and Copenhagen Kastrup. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).