How long is the flight from South Africa to Sweden?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Sweden, then you can expect flight times to average 17h 41m and 15h 25m, respectively.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Sweden?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Sweden. The most popular city to travel to in Sweden is Stockholm, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 78% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Sweden are Gothenburg and Malmö.

R7 675 Cheap Flights to Sweden in 2025/26

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Turkish Airlines

May 15

JNB

23h 30m

1 stop

ARN

May 31

ARN

21h 00m

1 stop

JNB

R10 533

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Turkish Airlines

May 15

JNB

16h 10m

1 stop

ARN

May 31

ARN

21h 00m

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JNB

R10 550

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Turkish Airlines

May 8

JNB

23h 30m

1 stop

ARN

May 18

ARN

21h 00m

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JNB

R10 741

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Turkish Airlines

May 8

JNB

16h 10m

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ARN

May 18

ARN

21h 00m

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JNB

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Air France

Dec 2

JNB

29h 20m

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Dec 10

ARN

18h 15m

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JNB

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Air France

Dec 2

JNB

29h 20m

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ARN

Dec 10

ARN

18h 15m

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JNB

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British Airways

Dec 2

JNB

25h 55m

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ARN

Dec 10

ARN

18h 05m

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JNB

R12 283

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Multiple Airlines

Dec 2

JNB

19h 50m

2 stops

ARN

Dec 10

ARN

14h 55m

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JNB

R12 785

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Lufthansa

Dec 2

JNB

14h 30m

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ARN

Dec 10

ARN

24h 05m

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JNB

R12 854

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Multiple Airlines

Dec 2

JNB

17h 05m

2 stops

ARN

Dec 10

ARN

14h 55m

1 stop

JNB

R12 993

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Multiple Airlines

Dec 2

JNB

19h 50m

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ARN

Dec 10

ARN

24h 05m

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JNB

R13 184

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Kenya Airways

May 7

JNB

18h 25m

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May 18

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25h 20m

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18:00 - 17:30JNB-ARN

23h 30m1 stop

13:35 - 10:35ARN-JNB

21h 00m1 stop

R10 533Turkish Airlines

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16h 10m1 stop

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22:00 - 22:55JNB-ARN

25h 55m1 stop

15:20 - 10:25ARN-JNB

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ti, joulu 2 - ke, joulu 10

22:10 - 14:25CPT-ARN

17h 15m1 stop

7:15 - 10:20ARN-CPT

26h 05m1 stop

R12 664British Airways

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10:10 - 23:40JNB-ARN

14h 30m1 stop

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24h 05m2 stops

R12 854Lufthansa

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ti, joulu 2 - ke, joulu 10

9:00 - 14:40CPT-ARN

30h 40m1 stop

6:10 - 7:40ARN-CPT

24h 30m2 stops

R14 102SWISS

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9:00 - 14:40CPT-ARN

30h 40m1 stop

15:30 - 10:50ARN-CPT

18h 20m1 stop

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21:20 - 13:00ARN-CPT

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R14 223Ethiopian Air

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15:25 - 5:40CPT-ARN

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JohannesburgStockholm

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 15/5

18:00-17:30

1 stop23h 30m

Stockholm Arlanda

su 31/5

13:35-10:35

1 stop21h 00m

R10 533

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 15/5

18:00-10:10

1 stop16h 10m

Stockholm Arlanda

su 31/5

13:35-10:35

1 stop21h 00m

R10 550

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 8/5

18:00-17:30

1 stop23h 30m

Stockholm Arlanda

ma 18/5

13:35-10:35

1 stop21h 00m

R10 741

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 2/12

22:00-22:55

1 stop25h 55m

Stockholm Arlanda

ke 10/12

15:20-10:25

1 stop18h 05m

R12 283

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

to 22/1

22:10-14:25

1 stop17h 15m

Stockholm Arlanda

su 1/2

7:15-10:20

1 stop26h 05m

R12 664

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 2/12

10:10-23:40

1 stop14h 30m

Stockholm Arlanda

ke 10/12

15:10-16:15

2 stops24h 05m

R12 854

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

ke 3/12

9:00-14:40

1 stop30h 40m

Stockholm Arlanda

su 11/1

6:10-7:40

2 stops24h 30m

R14 102

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

ke 3/12

9:00-14:40

1 stop30h 40m

Stockholm Arlanda

su 11/1

15:30-10:50

1 stop18h 20m

R14 206

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

to 11/12

15:25-5:40

1 stop15h 15m

Stockholm Arlanda

la 10/1

21:20-13:00

1 stop14h 40m

R14 223

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

to 11/12

15:25-5:40

1 stop15h 15m

Stockholm Arlanda

la 10/1

21:20-13:00

1 stop14h 40m

R14 240

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Which airlines fly to Sweden?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sweden from South Africa according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sweden. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Sweden on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Sweden flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R7 675
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 533
Fastest flight time	18h 35m

The best one-way flight price to Sweden from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 675 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Stockholm Arlanda).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sweden from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 533 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Stockholm Arlanda).

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The fastest flight to Sweden from South Africa takes 18h 35m (Cape Town Intl to Stockholm Arlanda).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sweden

What is the best airport to land at to visit Stockholms Centralstation?

Flying into Stockholm Bromma Airport is typically the best way to visit Stockholms Centralstation, since it is the closest airport to the area.

What is the cheapest flight to Sweden?

If you are looking to fly to Sweden for less, look to airlines like SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa, with prices starting at R7 951, R8 334, and R8 848 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Sweden?

Of the 9 airlines that fly to Sweden, British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. British Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 28% of users choosing them for their travels to Sweden.

What is the most popular airport in Sweden to fly to?

Stockholm Arlanda is the most popular airport in Sweden to fly to, with 58% of all users travelling to Sweden opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Stockholm, which is the city in Sweden that is closest to Stockholm Arlanda, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Sweden?

Flying to Sweden on a Monday or Tuesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Sweden is on a Saturday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Sweden?

Prices for flights to Sweden refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Sweden?

The number of operators available for flights to Sweden is 9 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sweden?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Sweden.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sweden?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sweden can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sweden. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sweden?

Finding the right flight to Sweden is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Sweden quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Sweden with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Sweden on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Sweden?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Sweden, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.