When is the Paris to Stockholm route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

CDG to ARN Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Paris to Stockholm flight turbulent?

The CDG–ARN route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on CDG to ARN?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a A · i · r · b · u · s · · A · 3 · 2 · 0, that's rows 12-20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from CDG to ARN?

The CDG to ARN flight takes approximately 2h 20min, covering 1,144 miles at 34,000 feet.

Is the Paris to Stockholm flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast

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Paris · Stockholm · 2h 20min

Turb Score

2h 20min

Duration

994 nm

Distance

34,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for CDG–ARN

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About the CDG–ARN route

The Paris to Stockholm route is a short European hop covering just 1,144 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 34,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by Air France, SAS, Norwegian Air on A · i · r · b · u · s · · A · 3 · 2 · 0 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 34,000 feet over a distance of 1,144 miles (994 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on CDG–ARN

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly CDG–ARN

Turbulence by month

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Light

Moderate

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Best seat on CDG–ARN

180

Front

Rows 1–11

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 12-20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Some light chop on descent — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in January.

Regular traveler · January

Flew Paris–Stockholm in August, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.

Business traveler · August

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the Alps. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.

Parent traveling with kids · March

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Paris to Stockholm flight turbulent?

The CDG–ARN route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 4/100.

When is turbulence worst on CDG to ARN?

Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on CDG to ARN?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a 180 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 12-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from CDG to ARN?

The CDG to ARN flight takes approximately 2h 20min, covering 1,144 miles (994 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly CDG to ARN?

The main airlines operating this route are Air France, SAS, Norwegian Air, flying A · i · r · b · u · s · · A · 3 · 2 · 0 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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