Cheap flights from Stockholm / Västerås (VST)

Ryanair's other Stockholm airport, 100 km west of the city

Stockholm Västerås is a small low-cost airport near Västerås, around 100 km west of central Stockholm. Despite the Stockholm branding, the city sits on Lake Mälaren and is closer to Västerås itself. Ryanair anchors the schedule with year-round flights to London Stansted, Alicante, and selected Eastern European destinations. The route map is intentionally compact compared with Arlanda and Skavsta.

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Airlines flying from Stockholm / Västerås (VST)

Major carriers: Ryanair. Low-cost carriers: Ryanair.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Västerås really in Stockholm?
No. Stockholm Västerås is roughly 100 km west of central Stockholm, on Lake Mälaren. It's much closer to Västerås itself. Plan for around 90 minutes by Mälartåg train to Stockholm Central plus check-in time. Flightmussy's multi-airport origin filter lets you compare ARN, NYO, and VST in one search to find the true cheapest option.
Which airlines fly from Stockholm Västerås?
Ryanair operates virtually the entire schedule, with year-round flights to London Stansted plus seasonal routes to Alicante, Málaga, Warsaw-Modlin, Gdańsk, and Barcelona. The route map is intentionally compact. Flightmussy compares VST fares against ARN and NYO alternatives so you see the lowest total fare across all three Stockholm airports.
How do I get from Västerås Airport to Stockholm?
Mälartåg trains run from Västerås Central to Stockholm Central in roughly 60 minutes, with a connecting bus or taxi between the airport and Västerås station (about 6 km, 10 minutes). Total journey time is around 90 minutes. A direct taxi from VST to Stockholm is possible but expensive over that distance.
When is the cheapest time to fly from VST?
Tuesday and Wednesday Ryanair departures in late January, February, and early November are typically the cheapest, especially on Stansted and Spanish routes. Summer Mediterranean and Christmas-New Year fares spike. The Flightmussy 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest week across the year for any VST destination, free and without signup.

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