Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 26m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (IATA: ARN, ICAO: ESSA) is the main international airport serving Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. It is located in Sigtuna Municipality, 37 km (23 mi) north of Stockholm and nearly 40 km (25 mi) southeast of Uppsala. The airport is located within Stockholm County. Arlanda is the largest airport in Sweden and the third-largest airport in the Nordic countries. The airport is the major gateway to international air travel for large parts of Sweden. Arlanda Airport was used by nearly 27 million passengers in 2017, with 21.2 million international passengers and 5.5 million domestic. The facility covers an expanse of about 2,500 hectares (9.7 sq mi) of airport property. Stockholm Arlanda serves as a major hub for Scandinavian Airlines and Norwegian Air Shuttle. Stockholm Arlanda Airport is the larger of Stockholm's two airports. The other, Stockholm Bromma Airport, is located 7 km (4.3 mi) northwest of central Stockholm, but can be used only by smaller aircraft. Two further airports outside of Stockholm County are also included in STO, the IATA airport code for the Stockholm Metropolitan Area: Stockholm Skavsta Airport and Stockholm Västerås Airport, both located around 100 kilometres (60 mi) away from the Swedish capital.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ESSANOTAMs
ESSAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L / 19R | 10,830 ft / 3,301 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 8,202 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01R / 19L | 8,201 ft / 2,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | STOCKHOLM CON | 123.750 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.000 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.825 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| PMSV | MET OFFICE | 122.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Navaids(5)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARLANDA CTR WEST | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| STOCKHOLM TMA D | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL095 |
| STOCKHOLM TMA H | Class C | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| STOCKHOLM TMA F | Class C | TMA | 1500 ft MSL | FL095 |
| STOCKHOLM TMA B | Class C | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL095 |
| STOCKHOLM TMA G | Class C | TMA | 1200 ft MSL | FL095 |
| ARLANDA CTR EAST | Class C | CTR | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| ESAA FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Sweden airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 12% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43% | -1,600 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -1,733 ft | |
| Mar | 67% | -1,346 ft | |
| Apr | 82% | -1,051 ft | |
| May | 87% | -374 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 337 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 518 ft | |
| Aug | 83% | 374 ft | |
| Sep | 76% | -129 ft | |
| Oct | 62% | -619 ft | |
| Nov | 41% | -1,236 ft | |
| Dec | 37% | -1,503 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,733–518 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODENSALA | 2.6 nm | 290° | On request |
| MARKIM | 4.8 nm | 120° | On request |
| VASSUNDA | 6.6 nm | 302° | On request |
| VALLENTUNA | 8.6 nm | 162° | Compulsory |
| VADA | 9.3 nm | 112° | On request |
| SKEDVIKEN | 12.4 nm | 053° | On request |
| DANMARKS K:A | 12.6 nm | 335° | Compulsory |
| UPPSALA-NÄS | 13.3 nm | 312° | Compulsory |
| RONDELLEN | 13.4 nm | 330° | On request |
| EDSVIKEN | 13.5 nm | 170° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 89 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Stockholm-Arlanda Airport?
The ICAO code for Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is ESSA, and its IATA code is ARN.
Where is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport located?
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is large airport located in Stockholm, Sweden, at an elevation of 137 ft (42 m).
How many runways does Stockholm-Arlanda Airport have?
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 10,830 ft / 3,301 m.
Which airlines fly to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport?
Airlines historically serving Stockholm-Arlanda Airport include Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Baltic, Air Berlin, Air China, among 51 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport?
Historical data lists 121 nonstop destinations from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport in?
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is in the Europe/Stockholm time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is approximately 7.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Stockholm-Arlanda Airport?
The nearest airport to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is Stockholm - Hova (SE-0065), about 4.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Vallentuna flygfält and Vassunda Private Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Stockholm-Arlanda Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.