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.

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 16h 15m and 15h 10m, respectively.

R7 782 Cheap Flights to Sweden in 2025/26

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Ethiopian Air

May 8

JNB

16h 10m

1 stop

ARN

May 18

ARN

15h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R9 710

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 8

JNB

23h 05m

1 stop

ARN

Mar 14

ARN

15h 45m

1 stop

JNB

R9 847

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British Airways

Nov 27

JNB

22h 20m

1 stop

ARN

Dec 8

ARN

23h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R10 120

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British Airways

Nov 27

JNB

22h 20m

1 stop

ARN

Dec 8

ARN

15h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R10 137

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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 154

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Turkish Airlines

May 8

JNB

16h 10m

1 stop

ARN

May 18

ARN

16h 05m

1 stop

JNB

R10 188

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British Airways

Feb 13

JNB

19h 55m

1 stop

ARN

Feb 17

ARN

18h 50m

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JNB

R10 256

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British Airways

Feb 13

JNB

23h 35m

1 stop

ARN

Feb 17

ARN

18h 10m

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JNB

R10 291

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British Airways

Feb 13

JNB

22h 20m

1 stop

ARN

Feb 17

ARN

34h 25m

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JNB

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Lufthansa

Feb 4

CPT

34h 25m

2 stops

ARN

Apr 29

ARN

42h 25m

2 stops

CPT

R10 854

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 4

CPT

28h 55m

1 stop

ARN

Apr 29

ARN

14h 55m

1 stop

CPT

R10 973

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Multiple Airlines

Feb 4

CPT

26h 00m

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ARN

Apr 29

ARN

56h 40m

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CPT

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14:30 - 6:40JNB-ARN

16h 10m1 stop

21:50 - 13:05ARN-JNB

15h 15m1 stop

R9 710Ethiopian Air

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Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 18

19:05 - 17:10JNB-ARN

23h 05m1 stop

18:05 - 10:50ARN-JNB

15h 45m1 stop

R9 847Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14

19:35 - 16:55JNB-ARN

22h 20m1 stop

7:10 - 7:35ARN-JNB

23h 25m1 stop

R10 120British Airways

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Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 8

19:35 - 16:55JNB-ARN

22h 20m1 stop

15:20 - 7:35ARN-JNB

15h 15m1 stop

R10 137British Airways

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Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 8

18:00 - 17:30JNB-ARN

23h 30m1 stop

13:35 - 10:35ARN-JNB

21h 00m1 stop

R10 154Turkish Airlines

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Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 18

18:00 - 10:10JNB-ARN

16h 10m1 stop

18:30 - 10:35ARN-JNB

16h 05m1 stop

R10 188Turkish Airlines

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Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 18

14:15 - 23:40CPT-ARN

34h 25m2 stops

18:15 - 12:40ARN-CPT

42h 25m2 stops

R10 854Lufthansa

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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Apr 29

7:55 - 11:50CPT-ARN

28h 55m1 stop

6:30 - 21:25ARN-CPT

14h 55m1 stop

R10 973Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Apr 29

8:45 - 9:45CPT-ARN

26h 00m1 stop

12:50 - 21:30ARN-CPT

56h 40m2 stops

R11 076Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Apr 29

6:05 - 23:40CPT-ARN

18h 35m2 stops

15:10 - 12:40ARN-CPT

20h 30m2 stops

R11 656Lufthansa

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Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16

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Return

Price

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:30-6:40

1 stop16h 10m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 18/5

21:50-13:05

1 stop15h 15m

R9 710

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

19:05-17:10

1 stop23h 05m

Stockholm Arlanda

Sat 14/3

18:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

R9 847

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

19:35-16:55

1 stop22h 20m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 8/12

7:10-7:35

1 stop23h 25m

R10 120

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

19:35-16:55

1 stop22h 20m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 8/12

15:20-7:35

1 stop15h 15m

R10 137

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:00-17:30

1 stop23h 30m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 18/5

13:35-10:35

1 stop21h 00m

R10 154

JohannesburgStockholm

JNB - ARN

JNBARN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:00-10:10

1 stop16h 10m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 18/5

18:30-10:35

1 stop16h 05m

R10 188

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:15-23:40

2 stops34h 25m

Stockholm Arlanda

Wed 29/4

18:15-12:40

2 stops42h 25m

R10 854

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

7:55-11:50

1 stop28h 55m

Stockholm Arlanda

Wed 29/4

6:30-21:25

1 stop14h 55m

R10 973

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

8:45-9:45

1 stop26h 00m

Stockholm Arlanda

Wed 29/4

12:50-21:30

2 stops56h 40m

R11 076

Cape TownStockholm

CPT - ARN

CPTARN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

6:05-23:40

2 stops18h 35m

Stockholm Arlanda

Mon 16/2

15:10-12:40

2 stops20h 30m

R11 656

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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 782
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 710
Fastest flight time	18h 35m

The best one-way flight price to Sweden from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 782 (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 R9 710 (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 832, R8 210, and R8 716 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.

Why use momondo?

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.