Hire a car at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden

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About the Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden

About Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Sweden

Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the largest international airport in Sweden and the main hub for flights to and from the capital. Located approximately 40 kilometres north of Stockholm, it offers direct connections to major cities across Europe, North America, and Asia. Hiring a car at Stockholm Arlanda Airport is the most flexible way to explore Sweden’s diverse landscapes, historic towns, and scenic coastal routes.

Airport facilities and services

The airport is divided into four terminals (T2, T3, T4, T5) and provides a full range of services including shops, restaurants, cafés, duty-free outlets, lounges, children’s play areas, and free Wi-Fi. Accessibility services are available throughout the terminals. On-site hotels like the Clarion Hotel Arlanda and Comfort Hotel Arlanda Airport Terminal offer convenient options for travellers with early or late flights.

Transport to and from the airport

Arlanda is connected to Stockholm city centre via the Arlanda Express train, regional trains, and airport buses. The train takes approximately 20 minutes. However, for visitors planning to explore the Swedish countryside, Uppsala, Gotland, or Lapland, car hire is the most convenient and scenic option.

How to hire a car at Stockholm Arlanda Airport

The Car Rental Centre is located in a dedicated facility at P2 long-term parking area, easily reached by free shuttle bus from all terminals. Leading rental companies include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt, Budget, and Mabi. Booking your vehicle in advance with Rentcars ensures access to competitive rates, a wider selection of vehicles, and optional extras like GPS, winter tyres, child seats, and full insurance cover.

Driving tips from Stockholm Arlanda Airport

  • Drive on the right: In Sweden, all traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road.
  • Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 70–90 km/h on rural roads, and 110–120 km/h on motorways unless otherwise posted.
  • Toll roads: Stockholm has a congestion tax system; fees may be charged automatically via your rental provider.
  • Fuel stations: Common near the airport and on major routes — many operate 24/7 and offer electric charging points.
  • Navigation: Use a GPS or smartphone app to avoid restricted areas and plan scenic drives through forests, lakes, and archipelagos.

Why book your car hire at Stockholm Arlanda Airport with Rentcars?

Rentcars lets you compare offers from trusted providers at Stockholm Arlanda Airport in one place. Enjoy flexible booking options, clear pricing, and multilingual customer support. Whether you're visiting Stockholm or heading into Sweden’s pristine nature, Rentcars helps you start your journey smoothly and confidently.

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Average daily rate in the last 30 days

£ 88,46

Most popular car hire models at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden

  • BMW 5 Series Touring (Standard)
  • BMW 530e Touring (Premium)
  • Toyota Yaris (Economy)

Car hire companies at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden

    Car Hire Requirements in Sweden

    • Minimum Age

      In most countries, the minimum age required to hire a vehicle is 25.

    • Driving Licence

      Each driver must present a full, valid and original national driving licence, held for a minimum of 2 years. If your licence is not in a language used in your destination country, an International Driving Permit to accompany your national driving licence is highly recommended. Some rental companies and government agencies require that you present an IDP. It is the renter's responsibility to present both their IDP and Driver's License when picking up the vehicle. For more information, please reach out to the Rental Company.

    • ID and Passport

      Each driver must present a valid and original photo ID and passport.

    • International Credit Card

      The renter must present a valid and personal credit card with enough funds to be held as a security deposit. Third-party credit cards will not be accepted. The car hire company is solely responsible for approving the provided credit card. Online prepayment does not exempt the renter from providing a valid international credit card during vehicle pick-up. The hire company will place a hold in the amount of the required security deposit and, when applicable, any additional local fees not covered in the prepaid voucher will be charged to the card provided at the hire location.

    • Prepaid Booking Voucher

      You must present a printout of the Booking Confirmation Voucher at the hire location. This document officially confirms all agreed upon services, payment conditions, rates, discounts, as well as the availability of a vehicle from the selected group.

    • Important Information

      Car hire companies reserve the right to refuse service to underage or unlicensed drivers, those with poor credit history, or individuals otherwise considered liabilities by the hire company.

    What to know before hiring a car at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden

    • How much is it to hire a car at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden?

      The lowest price found at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden is £ 20,83 per day.

    • Which car hire model is the most rented at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden?

      The most popular car hire model at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden is the BMW 5 Series Touring .

    • What is the average car hire daily rate at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden?

      In the last 30 days, the average daily rate was £ 88,46.

    • How many car hire locations are there at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden?

      at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden there are 7 locations from 7 car hire companies.

    • Which car hire categories are available at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Sweden?

      Standard, Premium, Economy, Compact, SUV, Luxury, Midsize, Mini, Full Size, Minivan.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CAR HIRE

    Proteções do veículo

    Vehicle protections

    Hire car protections usually have the abbreviations CDW and LDW and protect the vehicle from robbery and damage in the event of collisions or accidents.

    Proteções à terceiros

    Third party protection

    The protections against third parties have several abbreviations, such as ALI, SLI and others. In general, they protect the vehicle from third parties involved in collisions with your rental car.

    Caução

    Security deposit

    To pick up the car you must leave a security deposit, also called a pre-authorization. The amount is "blocked" on the renter's credit card and "unlocked" after the return of the car on the same conditions.

    Opcionais

    Optional items

    It is possible to add optional items to your reservation, such as GPS, child car seat or booster seat. Take advantage of those items so you don’t have to worry about it later!

    Condutor adicional

    Additional driver

    If someone else is sharing the wheel with you, they need to be added to the car hire agreement as an additional driver and meet the same documentation and minimum age requirements as the main driver or hirer.

    Quilometragem

    Mileage

    Check if your reservation has free mileage or not. Free mileage means you can ride as much as you like with the hire car and you will not pay extra depending on the ride.

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