Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
RKE
ICAO Code
EKRK
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Roskilde Airport is a smaller regional/secondary airport west of Copenhagen serving general aviation, flight training, and some commercial/charter operations. It is not Copenhagen’s main international airport and does not function as a major airline hub.

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport
Elevation: 44 m
55.5856, 12.1314

Terminal Guide for Copenhagen Roskilde Airport #

Facilities are modest with a small terminal building handling arrivals and departures for light commercial flights and general aviation. The layout is compact with essential passenger services and limited retail.

Getting to and From Copenhagen Roskilde Airport #

Roskilde Airport is accessed primarily by road; transfers to Copenhagen city centre require a road journey and can take around 40-60 minutes depending on traffic and exact start/end points.

  • Rail/Metro: No direct rail/metro service at the airport; the nearest mainline rail services are in Roskilde town and require a road transfer.
  • Buses/shuttles: Local bus services link the airport to Roskilde town; shuttle or coach services to Copenhagen may be available for some flights or events.
  • Taxis: Taxis are available and are a common way to reach Roskilde station or Copenhagen.
  • Ride-share: Ride-share services operate in the region but availability at the smaller airport varies.
  • Driving: Parking and car hire options are available; driving to Copenhagen typically takes longer than from the main Copenhagen Airport (Kastrup).

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Copenhagen Roskilde Airport #

Facilities are aimed at light commercial traffic and general aviation users.

  • Lounges: No major airline lounges.
  • Food & drink: Very limited café or vending options.
  • Wi‑Fi: Wi‑Fi availability varies; not guaranteed to be high-speed.
  • Charging: Limited charging points.
  • Luggage & services: Minimal retail and luggage services; car rental may be available with advance arrangement.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility features are provided in the terminal.

Tips for Copenhagen Roskilde Airport #

  • Roskilde is a secondary airport. It serves general aviation, some charter and low-cost flights-confirm carrier and terminal details before travel.
  • Public transport connections to Copenhagen require a bus or taxi. There is no direct metro from the airport to central Copenhagen; plan transfers accordingly.

Weather & Climate near Copenhagen Roskilde Airport #

Climate

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (636 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 71 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
14° 21°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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