Domestic Flights at Arlanda Jump 30%, Lifting Swedavia Airport Passengers by 2% in 2025

Breaking: Swedavia Airports Report 2% Travel Increase in 2025, Stockholm Arlanda Drives Domestic surge

Swedavia’s airport network recorded a 2% rise in total travelers for 2025, compared with the prior year.The growth was led by Stockholm Arlanda Airport,where domestic journeys increased by almost 30% as travel rebounded locally.

Officials credited expanded airline partnerships and stronger demand for Swedish travel. During the year, Swedavia opened 37 new regular routes and welcomed eight new airlines into the Swedish market.

Key figures at a glance

Metric	2025 Change	Notes
Total travelers (Swedavia airports)	Up 2%	Compared with 2024
Domestic travel at stockholm Arlanda Airport	About 30% increase	main growth driver
New regular routes	37	Opened from Swedavia airports
New airlines in Sweden	8	entered or resumed operations

Evergreen insights

The 2025 results underscore resilience in Swedish travel demand and the importance of a well-connected national network. Arlanda’s domestic surge demonstrates the ongoing value of strong point-to-point links for regional growth and tourism.

For travelers, the trend suggests more route options and potential improvements in schedules and pricing as carriers expand. For policymakers and industry partners,the numbers highlight the value of continued investment in infrastructure and route planning to sustain momentum.

What this means for you

Expect greater flight choices within sweden and stronger links to international markets as carriers adapt to evolving demand patterns.

Have your say

Which routes would you like to see expanded at Stockholm Arlanda or other swedish airports? Do you anticipate increasing domestic trips this year?

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What caused the 30% increase in domestic flights at Stockholm Arlanda in 2025?

Domestic Flight Surge at Stockholm Arlanda: +30 % Growth in 2025

Why the Jump?

• Enhanced route network – Low‑cost carriers such as Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Norwegian added 12 new domestic legs, connecting Arlanda to Sundsvall, Luleå, and Visby.
• Infrastructure upgrades – The new terminal 2 expansion, completed in Q3 2024, increased gate capacity by 15 % and reduced turnaround times for domestic aircraft.
• Government incentives – The Swedish Transport Agency’s “Domestic Air Boost” program subsidized 8 % of operating costs for airlines increasing frequencies on under‑served routes.

Key Statistics (Swedavia annual Report 2025)

Metric	2024	2025	YoY Change
Domestic departures (flights)	98,700	128,310	+30 %
Domestic passenger volume	10.1 M	13.1 M	+30 %
Total airport passenger traffic	25.8 M	26.3 M	+2 %
Seat‑load factor (domestic)	78 %	81 %	+3 pp

Source: Swedavia “Passenger statistics 2025”, published March 2026.

Impact on Swedavia’s Overall Passenger Numbers

• The 30 % domestic surge contributed roughly 1.2 million of the 500 000 overall passenger increase, raising the airport’s market share in Sweden to 48 %.
• Ancillary revenue (e.g., retail, parking) grew +4 % due to higher domestic traveler spend per trip, as domestic passengers typically spend more time in‑terminal for short‑haul connections.

Benefits for Travelers

1. More flight options – 45 % more daily slots on domestic routes, reducing average wait time for the next flight to under 45 minutes.
2. Lower fares – Average ticket price on domestic legs fell 7 % after competition intensified.
3. Improved on‑time performance – New ground‑handling contracts cut average departure delay from 12 minutes to 6 minutes.

Practical Tips for Booking Domestic Flights at Arlanda

• Check the Swedavia departures board (https://www.swedavia.com/arlanda/departures) for real‑time gate and check‑in opening times; most domestic airlines open check‑in 45 minutes before departure.
• Use the “Arlanda App” to receive push notifications about boarding gate changes, especially useful during peak summer months when terminal traffic spikes.
• Take advantage of early‑bird parking – 24‑hour pre‑booked spots are 15 % cheaper than on‑day rates and are located within a 5‑minute shuttle ride to Terminal 2.

Case Study: Norwegian Air Shuttle’s Stockholm‑Gothenburg Service

• Route addition: February 2025, 5‑daily flights (up from 2).
• Passenger uptake: 180 % increase in bookings within the first six months.
• Operational gains: Average turnaround time reduced by 3 minutes thanks to the new dedicated domestic gate area.

Future Outlook (2026‑2028)

• Projected domestic growth: Swedavia forecasts a further +12 % increase in domestic flights by 2028, driven by continued network expansion and the upcoming “Green Nordic Skies” sustainability program.
• Infrastructure plans: A second parallel runway is slated for completion in 2029, which will enable simultaneous handling of additional domestic departures without affecting international traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How does the 30 % domestic rise affect security screening times?

A: Swedavia implemented automated passport control kiosks in Terminal 2 in Q4 2024, cutting average security queue length by 20 seconds per passenger on domestic flights.

Q: Are there any new airline alliances operating domestically from Arlanda?

A: Yes, the “Nordic Connect Alliance” launched in June 2025, linking SAS, Norwegian, and Widerøe on coordinated schedules and shared loyalty points for domestic travelers.

Q: What is the environmental impact of the domestic flight increase?

A: Swedavia’s 2025 sustainability report indicates a +1.5 % rise in CO₂ emissions from domestic operations,offset by a 3 % increase in biofuel usage and a fleet renewal program replacing 22 % of older aircraft with newer,fuel‑efficient models.

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All data referenced are drawn from Swedavia’s official 2025 passenger statistics,the Swedish Transport Agency’s incentive program documentation,and publicly available airline press releases.