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Important to think about when checking in

Everyone must check in

All travellers must check in, electronically or at a counter, in order to receive a boarding pass - even those who are travelling only with hand baggage. An ID document inspection is mandatory within the EU, so be prepared to show acceptable proof of your identity.

NOTE: Do not store photographic film in your check-in baggage, since it may be affected by the X-ray equipment that is used during baggage sorting. Put film in your hand baggage instead.
Read more about check-in baggage

Maximum size for hand baggage

Different airlines have different rules. Check with your airline to be sure what the maximum size for your hand baggage is. 
Airlines - contact information

The Swedavia check-in machines

Swedavia has white check-in machines in all terminals at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport for those of you who are travelling on one of the following airlines and want to do your own check-in:

Air France, KLM, British Airways, Resecentrum, Ving, Apollo, Fritidsresor, Delta Air Lines, Finnair, Höga Kusten Flyg, Norwegian, Airtours, Langley, Alpresor or Sabra.

Map of check-in machines, Terminal 5 - pdf, 1,26 Mb (new window)

Airlines with their own check-in machines

In addition, at present the following airlines and tour operators offer the option of checking in using their own check-in machines at Stockholm-Arlanda:

SAS, Air Canada, Austrian, LOT, Lufthansa, SAS, Spanair, United, Blue1, Cimber Air, Estonian Air and Icelandair.

There are also machines that issue electronic tickets − they print out a ticket and boarding card when you swipe your debit or credit card. These solutions may be especially helpful when there is a heavy workload at the traditional check-in counters.

Checking in on the Internet

Several airlines give you the possibility to check in on the Internet.
See list of airlines and check in possibilities

Security checkpoint and liquids

Passengers who have checked in should pass through security checkpoint, where all hand baggage is X-rayed. Here your hand bagage is checked to ensure that you are not carrying more liquids than you are allowed. 

Read more about security checkpoint and liquids

ID’s are checked even if you are boarding a Swedish domestic flights

Since May 1, 2006, airline passengers are required to show an acceptable identification document when checking in and boarding their aircraft. This applies both to domestic and international departures.

Read more about ID check
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Ground transport

Bus from SL

To and from the airport

For those travelling to the airport there are many alternatives, for example: high-speed trains (Arlanda Express), airport coaches (Flygbussarna), commuter and long-distance trains and local buses.

Alternatives for travel to and from the airport

Restaurants at Arlanda

Restaurants, bars and cafés

At Stockholm-Arlanda you will find food and beverages for every occasion. What do you crave? You can eat a business lunch, fast food or a fancy dinner, or enjoy a simple cup of coffee.

Restaurants, bars and cafés at Stockholm-Arlanda – read more

Hotels

Hotels at the airport and nearby

Would you like to book a hotel room? Read more about hotels at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport and those nearby.

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