Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

Arrivals at Copenhagen Airport follow a clear flow, with all international passengers ending up in the unified landside arrivals hall in Terminal 3.

• Deplane via jet bridge or bus transfer depending on aircraft stand position.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen destinations pass through passport control before entering the baggage area.
• Follow clear overhead signage towards the central baggage reclaim hall located between Terminals 2 and 3.
• Pass through Danish Customs (Toldstyrelsen) via the green channel if you have nothing to declare, or the red channel if carrying goods over duty-free limits.
• Exit into the main landside arrivals hall in Terminal 3, where rail, metro, taxi, and bus transport links are immediately accessible.

• Train

  Metro

  Direct driverless metro line (Line M2) located at the end of Terminal 3.

  Time:

  roughly 13-15 minutes to Kongens Nytorv

  Typical cost:

  typically 30-45 DKK (requires a 3-zone ticket)

• Train

  Regional Train (DSB)

  Direct train services departing from underground platforms beneath Terminal 3 to Copenhagen Central Station (København H).

  Time:

  roughly 13-15 minutes to Copenhagen Central Station

  Typical cost:

  typically 30-45 DKK (requires a 3-zone ticket)

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official taxi ranks are positioned directly outside the arrivals areas of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.

  Time:

  roughly 20-30 minutes depending on city traffic

  Typical cost:

  typically 250-350 DKK

• Bus

  Public Bus

  Local Movia bus services (such as line 5C) connect the airport to various parts of Copenhagen.

  Time:

  roughly 35-45 minutes to the city centre

  Typical cost:

  typically 30-45 DKK

Transferring at Copenhagen Airport is straightforward as all piers and terminals (T2 and T3) are linked airside.

• Schengen-to-Schengen transfers do not require secondary security screening or border control; simply walk to your next departure gate.
• Non-Schengen transfers require passing through passport control before entering the Schengen departure lounge.
• Minimum connection times generally range between 30 and 45 minutes depending on the flight origin and destination.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available across all terminal areas.

• Select the network named 'CPH HOTSPOT'.
• Complete a brief registration form on the browser landing page to gain access.
• Charging stations and USB outlets are positioned near gates and seating areas in both terminals.

Denmark uses the Danish Krone (DKK). Electronic payments are almost universally accepted across the airport and Denmark.

• ATMs dispensing Danish Krone (and Euros) are situated throughout landside and airside areas.
• Bureau de Change counters operate in both Terminals 2 and 3 for physical currency exchange.
• Contactless payment cards and mobile payment systems are accepted at virtually all shops, restaurants, and transport ticket kiosks.

A wide variety of Danish bakeries, international food chains, cafés, and sit-down dining options are spread across T2 and T3.

• Landside dining options are available near the main arrivals hall in Terminal 3.
• Airside offers extensive dining options including classic Danish smørrebrød eateries, coffee shops, and grab-and-go outlets.
• Dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free foods are clearly labelled in most outlets.

Several airline and independent lounges operate in the departures area.

• SAS Lounge and SAS Gold Lounge are located in Terminal 3 airside.
• Independent pay-per-use lounges (such as Aspire Lounge and Aviator Lounge) operate in Terminal 2 airside.
• Eventyr Lounge is located in Pier C (non-Schengen area) offering panoramic views of the airside ramps.

On-site and nearby accommodation options cater to layovers and early departures.

• Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport is connected directly to Terminal 3 via a covered walkway.
• Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport is situated within a short 3-5 minute walk from Terminal 3.
• Additional business hotels are located within 1-2 metro stops of the airport complex.

Luggage facilities include self-service lockers and standard lost property services.

• Luggage storage lockers and oversized baggage drop are located near the P4 parking area near Terminal 2/3.
• Baggage trolleys are available free of charge in baggage claim areas and main entrances.
• For items left on aircraft or inside the terminals, visit the CPH Service Centre or contact the official Lost & Found service.

Copenhagen Airport is family-friendly with good accessibility facilities.

• Strollers are available free of charge airside for passengers travelling with young children.
• Baby changing facilities are integrated into or alongside most primary restroom blocks throughout the airport.
• Dedicated family zones and children's play areas are located in the airside transit hall.

• Luggage Storage
• ATMs & Currency Exchange
• Pharmacy
• Tax-Free VAT Refund Desks
• Prayer Room
• Duty-Free Shops
• Meeting Facilities

Local emergency number: 112

• Dial 112 from any phone for immediate police, fire, or ambulance assistance.
• For non-emergency medical consultation in the Capital Region, dial 1813.
• First aid support can be requested through any airport staff member or at the main CPH Service Centre.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Copenhagen Airport Official SiteOfficial airport source
• Danish Immigration ServiceGovernment source
• Danish Customs Agency (Toldstyrelsen)Government source
• Copenhagen Metro Official SiteOfficial transit source
• DSB Danish State RailwaysOfficial transit source
• Region Hovedstaden Emergency Medical ServicesGovernment source