How to Get to Copenhagen

Airports, onward transport, and entry requirements for Copenhagen, Denmark.

Getting There

Nearest Airport: Copenhagen Airport Kastrup (CPH)
Flight Hubs: Direct from most European cities (2-3h), New York (8h), Dubai (7h)
Local Transport: Metro and S-Tog trains are excellent (34 DKK/$5 per single). City bikes (Bycyklen) 30 DKK/hour. Taxis expensive, start at 70 DKK/$10.
Visa: Schengen Zone: most passports visa-free for 90 days in any 180. Others need a Schengen visa. EU Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric checks are now in effect; ETIAS pre-authorisation expected from late 2026.
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