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Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH)

Copenhagen, Denmark · large airport · 55.618° 12.656° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeCPH
ICAO CodeEKCH
Typelarge airport
NameCopenhagen Kastrup Airport
MunicipalityCopenhagen
CountryDenmark
ContinentEU
Latitude55.618° N
Longitude12.656° E
Elevation17 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score1 020 075
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Country & Timezone Info
CountryDenmark
ISO Code
RegionCopenhagen
Continent CodeEU
IANA TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+2
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Mild weather, minimal disruptions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving CPH

LH — LufthansaFR — RyanairBA — British AirwaysAF — Air FranceKL — KLMIB — IberiaTK — Turkish AirlinesU2 — easyJet

🌡 Climate — Temperate (55.6°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) opened in 1925 and is the largest airport in Scandinavia, located on Amager Island just 8 km from central Copenhagen. It is known for its efficient design, with a metro and train station integrated into Terminal 3, and serves as a major hub for SAS. The airport consistently ranks among Europe's best for passenger experience.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know that the airport's CPH Advantage loyalty program lets you earn points on parking and shopping, which can be redeemed for fast-track security or lounge access. Also, the quietest waiting area is the upper level of Terminal 2 near the SAS lounge.
🚖 Getting There

The Metro (M2) and regional trains depart from a station directly beneath Terminal 3, with frequent service to the city center. The Metro runs 24/7 and takes about 15 minutes to Kongens Nytorv, while trains reach Copenhagen Central Station in 12-15 minutes. Taxis are available outside Terminals 2 and 3, but expect higher fares; buses are a cheaper but slower option.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How far is Copenhagen Airport from the city center?
A: The airport is about 8 km (5 miles) southeast of central Copenhagen, on the island of Amager.

Q: What is the best way to get from the airport to the city center?
A: The Metro M2 line runs from the airport to Kongens Nytorv in about 15 minutes, and trains also connect to Copenhagen Central Station in 12-15 minutes.

Q: Does the airport have luggage storage?
A: Yes, luggage storage is available in Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, operated by Copenhagen Airport.

Q: How many terminals does Copenhagen Airport have?
A: The airport has three terminals: Terminal 1 for domestic flights, and Terminals 2 and 3 for international flights. All are within walking distance.

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