Thailand has become one of the most popular destinations in the world. The resort region of Phuket welcomes travellers from all over the globe, including business travellers and entrepreneurs. 

Book a flight ticket to Stockholm with Qatar Airways and discover what some have dubbed “The Capital of Scandinavia”. The Swedish capital rests within a series of interlinked islands, and beyond the city limits lie thousands of islets, ripe for exploration. It is clean, modern and packed with culture and history. The acclaimed Vasa Museum, the city’s many medieval churches and the intriguing public artworks of the Stockholm metro system, all await you.

Thailand has become one of the most popular destinations in the world. The resort region of Phuket welcomes travellers from all over the globe, including business travellers and entrepreneurs. 

Passengers flying from Phuket with Qatar Airways will find that this airport – the third busiest in Thailand – is incredibly warm and welcoming, with the customer experience at its core focus. 

Professional, attentive staff make sure every aspect of your journey is smooth and hassle-free, and the airport’s exceptional facilities make this starting point to your journey one to remember.

Transportation and parking

The easiest and quickest way to get to the airport from downtown Phuket is by taxi, and limousine services are also available and can be arranged through your concierge or hotel reception. 

The journey by taxi from the centre of the city to the airport takes approximately an hour, but can be longer if traffic is heavy. So if you are travelling during the morning or evening rush hour then allow extra time for your journey, and agree to the fare beforehand. 

An alternative is the Airport Bus, which is a dedicated bus route taking approximately 80 minutes to reach the airport from the city centre. Parking is quite limited, with space for around 400 cars in the short and long-term car parks, so it may be advisable to make alternative arrangements for your car and travel to the airport by alternative transport means.

At the airport

Passengers flying from Phuket with Qatar Airways depart from Terminal 2. The airport has undergone major redevelopment in recent years, and the terminal’s facilities have been upgraded to cater for the growing passenger traffic as well as larger aircraft. 

The increased capacity means that the airport can now handle around 30 departures an hour, and the upgraded check-in process has certainly helped ease congestion. However, as with all airports, security is tight so allow around two hours before you are due to board to check-in and go through the regular security checks.

Facilities and amenities

The airport houses a considerable retail area with Duty Free shops, local stores selling souvenirs and trinkets, as well as luxury items. Look out in particular for quality jewellery pieces at affordable prices. Currency exchange and ATMs are located throughout the airport, and Wi-Fi access is free for the first two hours. 

The main restaurant is on the third floor, serving authentic Thai food, and there are several snack bars, fast food outlets and other beverage stands throughout the terminal.

The unique layout of Stockholm – a collection of 14 islands linked by 500 bridges – makes Sweden’s capital city one of the most interesting in the world. Clean, friendly and managing to maintain a distinctly personal feel despite being a thriving commercial and financial hub, Stockholm is a juxtaposition of traditional Nordic style combined with ultra-modern developments that are sympathetic to the landscape and the character of the location.

Fly to Stockholm with Qatar Airways and you’ll discover a genuinely friendly city that welcomes visitors from around the world.

The Old Town, Gamla Stan, is a time capsule of historical buildings, and over 30% of the city area is made up of waterways. Green spaces make up a further 30%, making this one of the most spacious and open cities in Europe. Air quality is superb, and the city is incredibly clean but without becoming clinical.

Tourist attractions

Whether you like your tourist attractions to be man-made or natural, Stockholm has plenty of both. As well as the 14 main islands that make up the city itself, the Stockholm archipelago includes a further 24,000 islands and islets, and is an internationally important haven for wildlife.

A great way to see the city is to take a boat tour along its many canals and waterways, which will take you past the royal palace at Gamla Stan, and the beautifully preserved and architecturally significant Riddarholmskyrkan medieval church.

Stockholm has more than 70 museums, including the Nobelmuseet, where you can learn all about the history of the Nobel Society and its prizes. The Naturhistoriska riksmuseet (Natural History Museum) is a well-presented collection, and the Historiska museet (Swedish History Museum) has fascinating exhibitions on Sweden’s Viking past and an impressive treasure collection called The Gold Room.

For art lovers the impressive open-air sculpture museum of Millesgården is a fine exhibition of work by Carl Milles.

Travel Considerations

Flights to Stockholm with Qatar Airways land at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport commonly referred to as Arlanda, 40km north of the city. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Stockholm please check the visa and passport requirements.