Travelling from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport.
Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
With 35 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:10. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IST to CPH is with Pegasus Airlines at 22:35.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to CPH, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport departing from IST.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to CPH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)? Check out the fares jetting out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to CPH are offered by AJet.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to CPH, unwind in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Reserve a hotel near CPH if you're taking a late flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to central Copenhagen
Copenhagen Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Copenhagen. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 34 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, 46 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just 112 €. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from Istanbul to CPH, book your journey 3 months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Copenhagen. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Copenhagen is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 23ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to CPH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Copenhagen
Start your Copenhagen trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid are a couple of top attractions to put on your Copenhagen itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rosenborg Castle.
Complete your Copenhagen trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Copenhagen and explore on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Istanbul to Copenhagen Airport.