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Kastrup Copenhagen Airport: Expert advice and recommendations

Expert travel writer Chris Dong shares all you need to know before booking a flight to or from Kastrup Copenhagen Airport.
Chris Dong
September 16, 2024

If you appreciate minimalist Scandinavian design, easy navigation with low foot traffic, and direct train access to the city, you’ll like Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Located just five miles from the center of Denmark’s capital, CPH is one of my favorite major European airports; I’ve flown through numerous times over the last few years. Here’s everything that you need to know if you’re traveling through.

Getting to Copenhagen Airport

Few airports can rival CPH’s easy accessibility to the city’s downtown core. You’ll definitely want to take the train, as it’s not only the most affordable way to get between the airport and Copenhagen, but it’s usually the fastest. There are two types of trains that go to CPH: the metro and the regional train, and there are some differences between the two. Both train types cost the same though.

First, there is the regional train that runs from Copenhagen Central Station and takes about 13 minutes. Trains run every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during off-peak times. This is my preferred method to get to the airport because not only is there more comfortable seating, but in the summer, there’s air conditioning which isn’t the case for the metro.

The other train, the Copenhagen Metro, departs every five to six minutes during the day and every 15 minutes or so at night. There are three central Copenhagen metro stops which makes things a bit more convenient: Christianshavn, Kongens Nytorv, and Norreport. The journey is about 20 minutes.

While taxis are also an option, it will cost significantly more. In addition, if you arrive at the airport by train, you will enter directly into Terminal 3, close to the check-in and baggage claim areas. I really appreciate how convenient this is as you only need to walk a couple hundred feet with your bags.

The airport layout and design

As Scandinavia's main international airport, CPH handles over 30 million visitors including many nonstops from major hubs in the U.S. However, even on the most hectic travel days, the foot traffic at the airport tops out at around 100,000 people. That makes Copenhagen Kastrup a very manageable airport, despite its importance in the region.

CPH has two active terminals (the third terminal, Terminal 1, was closed back in 2015). Both Terminal 2 and 3 are connected, and in between both terminals is the centralized security area. Check-in desks are available at both terminals so be sure to check where your airline is operating from.

One of the key advantages of this airport is its relatively compact size, meaning walking distances are short. For able-bodied guests, most gates are within a five to 15-minute walk from the security checkpoint. However, some gates for long-haul flights may be slightly farther, so keep an eye on the walking time displayed on the airport monitors.

If you’re connecting between flights, follow the signs for “Transfer” or “Connecting Flights.” The airport has a pretty short window for a minimum connection time, with just 40 minutes for Schengen to Schengen connections and 60 minutes for Schengen to non-Schengen connections. However, overall, because of the airport layout, this is an excellent hub to connect through.

Airport amenities

Amenities before security

I appreciate that there are amenities available before security at CPH which isn’t the case at all airports. This is not only helpful for friends and family waiting for travelers to land, but also for those who may arrive at the airport before a check-in desk has opened, for instance. There are a variety of food and drink options, from the more casual Joe & the Juice and Starbucks to the more upscale Caviar House & Prunie.

Amenities after security

Copenhagen is a hub for Scandinavian design, after all, so expect a light, airy, and gorgeously appointed airport. Besides the typical food and drink offerings, CPH boasts an extensive duty-free shopping area in both terminals, including regional staples like LEGO, Marimekko, and Bang & Olufsen. (I may have picked up a Danish souvenir or two the last time I was connecting through the airport.)

Throughout the airport, there is fast and free Wi-Fi and even dedicated workstations, including meeting rooms available to be rented by the hour. CPH is great for families, too, with play areas scattered throughout the terminals where kids can use climbing structures and play interactive games. Overall, this is a really forward-thinking airport.

Airport lounges

Since Copenhagen is a hub for SAS (Scandinavian Airlines), the airport’s best lounges are primarily oriented toward these premium passengers and the airline’s alliance partner guests. Even then, the airport isn’t really known for its great lounges. That’s fine, though, because the rest of the public terminal spaces are generally very pleasant.

The SAS Business Lounge and SAS Gold Lounge are both located in Terminal 3. The SAS lounges span roughly 32,000 square feet, with a buffet of hot and cold foods, beverages, comfortable seating, and shower facilities. I wouldn’t say these lounges are particularly luxurious, but they are the best you’ll find in the airport.

Meanwhile, three other lounges throughout the airport are open to Priority Pass guests or can be accessed for a one-time fee: the Aspire Lounge, Eventyr Lounge, and Carlsberg Aviator Lounge. I’ve been to all three of these spaces and while the lounges are pretty spartan, they can still be a comfortable place to wait out a longer layover or flight delay.

Schengen area vs. non-schengen area

The Schengen area of CPH has more in the way of amenities and food and drink options, so you’ll likely want to stay within this area for as long as possible before going through passport control. However, the non-Schengen spaces do offer public rest zones, since those flights are oriented towards longer durations.

Wellness and sleeping at the airport

My insider tip: the best way to spend a long layover is at Ni’mat Spa at Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport, next to Terminal 3. The spa has a steam room, a heated saltwater pool, and treatment rooms if you’re interested in booking a massage or facial. It’s perfect for relaxing after a long flight (or pampering yourself pre-flight).

The Clarion Hotel is the only hotel attached to the airport, so it’s really your only option unless you want to take a taxi or train to a nearby property. Besides the spa, the hotel has a gym, bar, and restaurant as well as meeting spaces. It’s a solid three-star hotel but don’t expect anything too fancy.

Accessibility

CPH has a special assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility which can be requested when you arrive at the airport (or in advance with your airline). As mentioned, due to its compact size, the airport is a relatively easy one to navigate. There are also plenty of elevators, ramps, and escalators. Accessible restrooms are available throughout the post-security area and would have adequate space for wheelchair access.

VAT refunds

One of the perks of shopping in Europe is that items can be tax-free. The process of VAT refunds at CPH are handled by a company called Global Blue. They are two desks, one landside and one airside. Like at any other European airport, it’s important to come early if you plan on doing a VAT refund before security.

This KAYAK-commissioned article is presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the article are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.

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FAQs about Kastrup Copenhagen Airport

  • Is Kastrup Copenhagen the only airport in Copenhagen?

    No, there are 3 airports in Copenhagen. These are Kastrup Copenhagen, Aarhus and Rønne Bornholm.

  • What is the busiest day to depart from Kastrup Copenhagen Airport?

    The day with the most flights departing from Kastrup Copenhagen Airport is generally Thursday, with an average of 7 flights leaving the airport.

Airport information - Kastrup Copenhagen

IATA CodeCPH
ServesCopenhagen
Terminals2, 3
Hub forPhilippine Airlines, LOT, Jet2