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LHR to ARN Turbulence Forecast

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

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LHR
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ARN
London · Stockholm · 2h 44m
5.7
Turb Score
2h 44m
Duration
887 nm
Distance
35,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light-moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–ARN

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About the LHR–ARN route

The London to Stockholm route is a short European hop covering just 1,021 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 35,000 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 SAS, British Airways, Norwegian on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 1,021 miles (887 nautical miles).

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

Turbulence levels on LHR–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 LHR–ARN

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–ARN

Airbus A320

Front
Rows 1–13
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 14-20
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 21+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Stockholm flight turbulent?
The LHR–ARN route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.7/100.
When is turbulence worst on LHR 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 LHR to ARN?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LHR to ARN?
The LHR to ARN flight takes approximately 2h 44m, covering 1,021 miles (887 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to ARN?
The main airlines operating this route are SAS, British Airways, Norwegian, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.