ARN · Stockholm, Sweden · International Hub
Stockholm Arlanda Airport Guide
Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), every figure cited to the airport's own data.
Quick answer
- Terminals: 3 terminals, airside-connected
- Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 30 min international to domestic
- Arrive: 1 hr 15 min before domestic, 2 hr 30 min before international
- To Stockholm: about 18 min one-way
- Free WiFi: Yes · Showers: Yes
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Terminals & connections
Stockholm Arlanda Airport has 3 terminals. All are airside-connected; you can transfer between them without re-clearing security. Floors run 30 domestic, 60 domestic-intl, 90 off any international arrival. The 2024 consolidation folded the old Terminal 4 into Terminal 5, so the airport now centres on T5; the remaining friction is the Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 airside transfer bus, which is gate-to-gate (no security re-screen) but can mean up to a 20-minute wait. SAS and Norwegian file fast same-airline domestic floors; the SAS-Norwegian interline is suppressed. The airport publishes no recommended minimum connection time.
Terminal 5
1 airline: Norwegian Air Shuttle
The consolidated main terminal, now handling both domestic and international traffic after absorbing the former Terminal 4 (gates C30-C44, linked airside by a ~7-min walkway). SAS and Norwegian hub. Non-Schengen flights sit behind passport control.
Terminal 2
International terminal, linked to Terminal 5 by a free airside transfer bus (separate Schengen and non-Schengen routes, up to a 20-min wait, daily 05:30-22:00).
Terminal 3
Small domestic/Schengen terminal, open only about 90 minutes before departures.
Minimum connection times
- Domestic to domestic
- 30 min
- Domestic to international
- 1 hr
- International to domestic
- 1 hr 30 min
- International to international
- 1 hr 30 min
- Transfer system
- Terminal 5 is the consolidated main terminal (it absorbed the former Terminal 4, linked airside by a ~7-min walkway); a Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 transfer uses a free airside bus with separate Schengen and non-Schengen routes and up to a 20-min wait
- Airside connected
- Yes
Layover helper
Check whether your layover at ARN is tight, comfortable, or long enough to leave the airport. Adjust trip type, terminal change, and checked-bag assumptions to match your itinerary.
Security & TSA
Typical TSA wait at ARN is 30 minutes at peak and 10 minutes off-peak. Arrive at least 1 hr 15 min before a domestic flight and 2 hr 30 min before international.
- TSA PreCheck
- Not available
- CLEAR
- Not available
- Global Entry
- Not available
Schengen airport; no US TSA programs. The Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 transfer bus runs separate Schengen and non-Schengen routes; no security re-screen on the airside transfer. EES fully operational since 10 April 2026 (Sweden is in the Schengen area).
Lounges
2 notable lounges at ARN, including airline-branded clubs and third-party options accessible via Priority Pass or day-pass. Check your credit card benefits (Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X) before paying a day-pass fee.
SAS Lounge
Terminal 5, by Gate E1 (airside)SAS / SkyTeam
Access: Business class, SkyTeam status, paid access
Amenities: Buffet, Bar, Wi-Fi, Showers
SAS Lounge by Mastercard
Terminal 5, near Gate F26 (airside)SAS / contract
Access: Eligible Mastercard, SAS premium, paid access
Amenities: Buffet, Bar, Wi-Fi
Amenities
6 of 7 core amenities available at ARN: showers, free WiFi, nursing rooms, chapel, pharmacy, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated good. Dining options span 1 terminal.
Showers
Available
SAS lounges
Sleep pods
Not available
WiFi
Free (good)
Free wifi
Nursing rooms
Available
Terminals
Chapel
Available
Quiet room
Pet relief areas
Available
Pet relief areas
Dining highlights
Terminal 5: Pontus in the Air, Nordic Kitchen & Bar
Ground transport to Stockholm
ARN is about 18 min from downtown Stockholm by the fastest transit option.
| Option | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Arlanda Express Train Non-stop to Stockholm Central in ~18 min, every ~12-15 min; adult single 340 SEK (~USD 32). Under-18s free with an adult. | $32 | 18-20 min |
| SL commuter train (Pendeltåg) / SJ Train SL commuter train to Stockholm City in ~38 min; cheaper SL fare plus a fixed 157 SEK Arlanda station passage fee. SJ long-distance trains also call at Arlanda. | $19-$21 | 38-42 min |
| Flygbussarna airport coach Bus Coach to Stockholm City Terminal (next to Central) in ~35-45 min; fare approximate. | $12-$15 | 35-45 min |
Parking
ARN does not publish a fixed daily parking rate; on-airport parking is priced dynamically by date and lot. Foreign airport; parking rates not independently verified. Sweden prices in SEK via swedavia.com.
- Short-term
- Varies
- Long-term
- Varies
- Economy
- Not available
- Valet
- Not available
Can I leave ARN during a layover?
With a 3-hour layover, stay inside ARN. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of Stockholm. Round-trip to the city center is about 36 min plus re-screening on return.
Stockholm Central is ~18 min on the Arlanda Express or ~38 min on the SL commuter train. A 4+ hour layover can reach the city and back; under 3 hours stay airside. Non-EU nationals leaving Schengen face passport control and EES biometrics.
Frequently asked questions
How early should I arrive at ARN?
Arrive at least 75 minutes before a domestic flight from ARN, and 150 minutes before an international flight. Peak-time TSA waits at ARN can hit 30+ minutes, so add buffer.
What is the minimum connection time at ARN?
ARN requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 90 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. All terminals are airside-connected, so you do not need to re-clear security when changing terminals.
How long does it take to get between terminals at ARN?
Budget 15 min for same-terminal transfers and 25 min for different-terminal transfers at ARN via Terminal 5 is the consolidated main terminal (it absorbed the former Terminal 4, linked airside by a ~7-min walkway); a Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 transfer uses a free airside bus with separate Schengen and non-Schengen routes and up to a 20-min wait. Floors run 30 domestic, 60 domestic-intl, 90 off any international arrival. The 2024 consolidation folded the old Terminal 4 into Terminal 5, so the airport now centres on T5; the remaining friction is the Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 airside transfer bus, which is gate-to-gate (no security re-screen) but can mean up to a 20-minute wait. SAS and Norwegian file fast same-airline domestic floors; the SAS-Norwegian interline is suppressed. The airport publishes no recommended minimum connection time.
Can I leave ARN during a 6-hour layover?
With 3 hours you should stay inside ARN. A 6-hour layover is enough to leave the airport briefly. Round-trip to the city center is about 36 minutes plus re-screening. Stockholm Central is ~18 min on the Arlanda Express or ~38 min on the SL commuter train. A 4+ hour layover can reach the city and back; under 3 hours stay airside. Non-EU nationals leaving Schengen face passport control and EES biometrics.
Does ARN have showers?
Yes, ARN has showers at SAS lounges.
Does ARN have sleep pods?
ARN does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.
Is WiFi free at ARN?
Yes. ARN offers free WiFi throughout the airport. Free wifi
What is the cheapest way to get from ARN to Stockholm?
The cheapest option is typically Flygbussarna airport coach at $12-$15, taking 35-45 minutes. Coach to Stockholm City Terminal (next to Central) in ~35-45 min; fare approximate.
Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at ARN?
ARN does not support TSA PreCheck and does not have CLEAR. Typical peak-hour wait is 30 minutes. Schengen airport; no US TSA programs. The Terminal 2 to Terminal 5 transfer bus runs separate Schengen and non-Schengen routes; no security re-screen on the airside transfer. EES fully operational since 10 April 2026 (Sweden is in the Schengen area).
Where should I eat at ARN during a layover?
Notable dining at ARN includes Pontus in the Air (Terminal 5), Nordic Kitchen & Bar (Terminal 5).
How much does parking cost at ARN?
ARN does not publish a fixed daily parking rate; rates are set dynamically by date and lot. Foreign airport; parking rates not independently verified. Sweden prices in SEK via swedavia.com.
Which terminal does my airline use at ARN?
ARN has 3 terminals. Major airline assignments: Terminal 5: Norwegian Air Shuttle. Confirm with your boarding pass before arrival since a few airlines operate from multiple terminals depending on route.
Are there pet relief areas at ARN?
Yes. Pet relief areas.
Is there a chapel or prayer room at ARN?
Yes. Quiet room.
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Sources & verification
- overview: https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/transport-at-the-airport/
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stockholm_Arlanda_Airport
Verified Jun 2026. Airport operations, parking rates, and amenities change; always confirm with Stockholm Arlanda Airport before flying.