Flights to Copenhagen

Copenhagen is Denmark's capital, built around harbours, canals and a largely flat, cycle-friendly centre. Copenhagen Airport sits about 8 km south of the centre, and a metro line reaches the city in around 15 minutes. Summers are mild, and winters stay close to freezing.

Airports
CPH
Currency
DKK
Passport needed
Yes
US cities with nonstops
11
CPH

Fares to Copenhagen

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Flights to Copenhagen from US cities

Airports in Copenhagen and getting into town

CPH

Copenhagen Airport

5 miles (8 km) from the city centre. 32.4 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
MetroMetro line M2 from the airport to Kongens Nytorv and the city centre; the metro runs around the clockabout 15mDKK 36 (three zones)
TrainRegional train from the airport to Copenhagen Central Station (every 10 minutes in the daytime)about 15mDKK 36 (three zones)

Travel essentials for Copenhagen

Entry requirements for US citizens

US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.

Your passport should be valid for at least three months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area (six months is recommended). The EU Entry/Exit System has been fully operational since 10 April 2026, so your fingerprints and a photo are taken at your first entry instead of a passport stamp. ETIAS, a travel authorisation costing €20 and valid for three years, is not required yet and has no confirmed start date, so check travel-europe.europa.eu before you fly.

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Currency
Danish krone (DKK)
Language
Danish
Plugs
Type C and E and F and K, 230 V
Time zone
Europe/Copenhagen

When to visit Copenhagen

Summer is the warmest season, with July and August highs around 72 °F. Winter highs sit around 38 to 40 °F, so spring and early autumn suit visitors who want milder, less crowded weather.

Busiest: Jun–Aug. Quieter shoulder season: May, Sep.

Average temperatures in Copenhagen (°F)

20°30°40°50°60°70°80°Jan: average high 38°F (3°C), low 33°F (1°C)33°JanFeb: average high 38°F (3°C), low 33°F (1°C)FebMar: average high 44°F (7°C), low 35°F (2°C)MarApr: average high 53°F (12°C), low 40°F (4°C)AprMay: average high 62°F (17°C), low 47°F (8°C)MayJun: average high 67°F (19°C), low 53°F (12°C)JunJul: average high 72°F (22°C), low 58°F (14°C)72°JulAug: average high 71°F (22°C), low 57°F (14°C)AugSep: average high 64°F (18°C), low 51°F (11°C)SepOct: average high 55°F (13°C), low 45°F (7°C)OctNov: average high 46°F (8°C), low 38°F (3°C)NovDec: average high 40°F (4°C), low 35°F (2°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan38°F (3°C)33°F (1°C)
Feb38°F (3°C)33°F (1°C)
Mar44°F (7°C)35°F (2°C)
Apr53°F (12°C)40°F (4°C)
May62°F (17°C)47°F (8°C)
Jun67°F (19°C)53°F (12°C)
Jul72°F (22°C)58°F (14°C)
Aug71°F (22°C)57°F (14°C)
Sep64°F (18°C)51°F (11°C)
Oct55°F (13°C)45°F (7°C)
Nov46°F (8°C)38°F (3°C)
Dec40°F (4°C)35°F (2°C)

Tips for visiting Copenhagen

  • The Metro is proof-of-payment, so buy a valid ticket before you enter the platform.
  • A single metro ticket is valid for 60 minutes and the same ticket works on buses, S-trains and local trains.
  • The metro runs 24 hours a day, every day, with longer gaps between trains after midnight.
  • The Copenhagen Card includes public transport in all zones plus entry to most museums and attractions.
  • The airport railway station sits under Terminal 3, with direct trains to Copenhagen Central Station and to Malmö in Sweden.

Frequently asked questions

Which airports serve Copenhagen?

Copenhagen is served by Copenhagen Airport (CPH). Copenhagen Airport handled about 32.4 million passengers in 2025.

Do US citizens need a visa for Copenhagen?

US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area. Your passport should be valid for at least three months after you plan to leave the Schengen Area (six months is recommended). The EU Entry/Exit System has been fully operational since 10 April 2026, so your fingerprints and a photo are taken at your first entry instead of a passport stamp. ETIAS, a travel authorisation costing €20 and valid for three years, is not required yet and has no confirmed start date, so check travel-europe.europa.eu before you fly.

When is the best time to visit Copenhagen?

Summer is the warmest season, with July and August highs around 72 °F. Winter highs sit around 38 to 40 °F, so spring and early autumn suit visitors who want milder, less crowded weather.

How do I get from Copenhagen Airport to the city centre?

Metro line M2 from the airport to Kongens Nytorv and the city centre; the metro runs around the clock, about 15 minutes, DKK 36 (three zones). Other options include regional train from the airport to copenhagen central station.

Which US cities have nonstop flights to Copenhagen?

Among the cities we cover, Atlanta (about 0m), Boston (about 0m), Chicago (about 0m), Los Angeles (about 0m), Miami (about 0m), Minneapolis–Saint Paul (about 0m), New York (about 0m), Philadelphia (about 0m), San Francisco (about 0m), Seattle (about 0m) and Washington, D.C. (about 0m) have nonstop service to Copenhagen as of October 2026.

What currency is used in Copenhagen?

Copenhagen uses the Danish krone (DKK).

Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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