Copenhagen Airport (CPH, Kastrup) is Denmark’s primary international airport and a northern European hub for SAS and several other carriers. The passenger terminal complex is effectively one building with interconnected piers/concourses handling domestic, Schengen and non‑Schengen traffic; annual traffic was in the tens of millions pre‑pandemic.
The terminal is compact and connected directly to regional rail and the Copenhagen Metro for fast access to the city centre.
Terminal Guide for Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) #
The airport is organised as a single terminal building with multiple connected concourses handling all passenger flows; signage separates domestic/Schengen/non‑Schengen gates. Transfers are internal and mostly on foot, with short automated connections where required.
A pedestrian skywalk links the main terminal to adjacent hotels and the metro/train station for convenient transfers.
Getting to and From Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) #
Copenhagen Airport is closely connected to the city by metro and rail - journey times to central Copenhagen are ~12-20 minutes depending on service.
- Rail/metro: The Metro (M2) and regional trains connect the airport with central Copenhagen in about 12-20 minutes; tickets are bought at machines or via apps and are zone‑based.
- Buses: Local buses serve suburban destinations; airport coach services connect to other Danish cities.
- Taxis: Taxis are available from the forecourt; expect 15-25 minutes to central Copenhagen depending on traffic.
- Ride‑share: App services operate with designated pick‑up zones.
- Driving: The airport is about 8-10 km from central Copenhagen via well‑signed roads.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) #
Copenhagen Airport offers a broad mix of shops, eateries and passenger services concentrated in the main departures hall and airside concourses.
- Lounges: SAS and independent lounges are available for business and premium passengers.
- Food & drink: A range from fast‑casual outlets to sit‑down restaurants airside.
- Wi‑Fi: Free Wi‑Fi with sign‑in is available across the terminal.
- Charging: Plenty of power outlets and USB sockets in seating areas.
- Luggage: Left‑luggage services and baggage trolleys are available; check opening times.
- Accessibility: Full assistance services and step‑free access; pre‑arrange help with your airline.
Tips for Copenhagen Kastrup Airport #
- Use the metro (M2) or regional train from the airport for the quickest trips to central Copenhagen - both services are frequent and avoid road congestion.
- Buy tickets before boarding at machines or via the DOT app; inspectors carry out regular checks.
- If you’re staying at the airport, look for the Clarion/airport hotels connected by walkway for the shortest transfer to the terminal.
Weather & Climate near Copenhagen Kastrup Airport #
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (578 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -5° | 46 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 3° | -5° | 29 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 42 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 10° | 3° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| June | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.6h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 54 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 54 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 53 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
