Copenhagen Airport (CPH): Your Gateway to Denmark
Welcome to Copenhagen Airport (Københavns Lufthavn, CPH)—Scandinavia’s main international hub. Here’s what to expect on arrival, how to move between terminals, the fastest ways into Copenhagen (and Malmö), family facilities, and insider tips.
About Copenhagen Airport
🌍 International hub
Direct routes across Europe, North America, and Asia. Start here for official info: cph.dk.
🧭 Easy layout
Terminals 2 & 3 are connected and walkable; the rail/Metro station is in Terminal 3.
🌉 Gateway to Sweden
Øresund trains to Malmö/Lund (~20–35 min). Tickets via DSB machines/app or Öresundståg.
Arrivals & terminals
🛂 Passport & customs
Schengen arrivals are straightforward. Non-Schengen passengers go through passport control—follow the signs. Details: Arrivals info.
🗺️ Maps & wayfinding
Check live maps, gates, and services: Terminal overview.
♿ Accessibility
Step-free routes, assistance, and family facilities throughout. Info: Reduced mobility.
Transport & connections
🚆 Train to city
Airport → Copenhagen Central in ~13 min. Buy tickets at DSB machines or the DSB app. DSB trains.
🚇 Metro (M2)
Frequent service to Nørreport/Kongens Nytorv in ~15 min. Journey planner: m.dk.
🚖 Taxis & rideshare
Taxis 24/7 from T3. Uber is not active; Bolt operates in Copenhagen. Bolt.
Services & facilities
🍽️ Food & shopping
Danish bakeries, cafés, and global brands airside/landside. Browse: Shopping & dining.
💳 ATMs & exchange
Cashpoints and currency exchange in arrivals/departures. Locations: ATMs.
📶 Free Wi-Fi
Connect to “CPH Airport Free WiFi”. No password required.
Tips for newcomers
👨👩👧 Families
Family lanes at security, baby rooms, play areas, and stroller options—signposted throughout.
⏰ Early/late flights
Metro runs 24/7. Trains run late, but check exact times for overnight departures: Rejseplanen.
📱 Digital passes
Mobile boarding passes are accepted at security and gates—keep your screen brightness up.
Useful links
🌐 Official airport site
🗺️ Terminal maps
🚉 Metro & journey planner
Related on exploringdenmark
🚆 Public transport in Denmark
🏨 Hotels near CPH
🛂 Arriving & registering
🧭 Weekend trips
Frequently asked questions
💳 Are cards widely accepted?
Yes—Visa, Mastercard, and Amex are accepted in most shops, eateries, and ticket machines.
🚇 How late does transport run?
Metro runs 24/7. DSB trains operate late; confirm exact night times on Rejseplanen.
🇸🇪 Getting to Sweden?
Take Øresund trains from the airport to Malmö/Lund (20–35 min). Buy at machines or via DSB/Öresundståg apps.
🚖 Taxi price to city?
Typically 250–350 DKK to Copenhagen center, depending on traffic and time of day.
🧒 Is CPH family-friendly?
Very—play areas, baby rooms, and family security lanes are clearly signposted.
🧳 Luggage services?
Baggage trolleys are free; oversize and special-assistance counters are signposted in each terminal.