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iata: ARN
name: Stockholm Arlanda Airport
city: Stockholm
country: Sweden
lastUpdated: '2026-08-29'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/'
sources:
  - 'https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/'
  - 'https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/security-control/'
  - >-
    https://www.thebestviewpoints.com/2025/09/30/the-best-way-to-from-stockholm-arlanda-airport/
  - 'https://www.arlandaexpress.com/tickets/tickets-prices'
  - >-
    https://www.loungepair.com/guides/guide-pearl-lounges-stockholm-arlanda-airport/
quickFacts:
  - '4 active terminals (2, 3, 4, 5); T5 handles most international'
  - SAS hub with Star Alliance focus
  - Arlanda Express reaches city center in 18 min
  - Security waits average 5-10 min in T5
  - SkyCity connects T4/T5 with hotel and services
  - Handles ~25M passengers annually with strong on-time performance
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: 'Arrive 2 hours early for Schengen, 3 hours for non-Schengen'
    detail: T5 new checkpoint processes faster; avoid 8am-12pm peaks.
    summary: Security opens early but bag drop queues build mornings.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Use T5 for most flights; SkyCity links T4/T5 seamlessly
    detail: Walk between T4 and T5 airside via SkyCity without re-clearing.
    summary: T2/T3 for some domestic; check boarding pass for gate cluster.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Grab pre-security in SkyCity or Marketplace airside T5
    detail: T5 has play areas near gates but few eateries beyond security.
    summary: Limited airside options; pre-security has more variety and lower prices.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Star Alliance Gold or Priority Pass unlocks Pearl or SAS lounges
    detail: Day passes available ~$55; check capacity on busy days.
    summary: SAS Lounge at Gate E1 T5 is the flagship; Pearl options in T2/T5.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: SAS Lounge
    zone: non-Schengen
    hours: 'Opens 1h before first SAS departure, closes 30min before last'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - SAS Business
      - Paid day pass
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Star Alliance flights
    summary: >-
      Reliable SAS flagship with good food; stronger for long layovers than most
      Pearl alternatives.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 5
    amenities:
      - Buffet hot/cold food
      - Drinks
      - Quiet seating
      - WiFi
  - name: Pearl Lounge T5
    hours: 'Varies by day, typically 08:00-22:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - DragonPass
      - Day pass ~$55
    bestFor:
      - Priority Pass users
      - Showers
    summary: Priority Pass option; can get crowded at peaks.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 5
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Buffet
      - Work areas
  - name: Pearl Lounge T2
    hours: Varies
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - DragonPass
      - Day pass ~$55
    bestFor:
      - T2 departures
    summary: Basic compared with T5 options; use only if departing T2.
    verdict: skip
    terminal: Terminal 2
    amenities:
      - Seating
      - Snacks
      - WiFi
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Heinemann duty-free
    zone: airside
    price: 25 SEK for 500ml
    summary: Cheapest bottled water found airside near gates; better than cafe prices.
    location: 'Next to Heinemann duty-free, departures hall airside'
    terminal: Terminal 5
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Water fountain
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Reliable free refill spot post-security in main T5 concourse.
    location: 'Opposite McDonald''s, airside near Gate B12 area'
    terminal: Terminal 5
    isBestQuality: true
  - kind: free
    name: Public fountain
    zone: landside
    price: Free
    summary: Free option before security; useful for early arrivals or families.
    location: Baggage claim area near play zone
    terminal: Terminal 5
airportistScore: 7.6
slug: arn
region: Europe
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# Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm, Sweden · Europe
ARN offers efficient security and quick city links but limited airside dining and spread-out gates create minor friction.
## Airportist Score

**7.6 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.5
- Navigation: 7.2
- Food: 6.8
- Transport: 8.5
- Disruption resilience: 7.8

## At a glance

- Passengers: 25M
- Terminals: 4 active terminals
- Typical security: 7 min
- On-time: 76%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Fast rail to city center
- Short security queues
- Star Alliance lounge access
- Family facilities

## Watch out for

- Limited airside food options
- Morning bag drop queues
- Gate clusters require walking
- Lounge capacity limits on busy days

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/arn/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/arn/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/arn/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/arn/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/arn/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/arn/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/arn/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/arn/reviews.md)