Travelling from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can start your holiday. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
1 hour 54 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from London to Copenhagen Airport.
The timezone in Copenhagen is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of London. Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH), with 77 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to CPH is the 05:55 Ryanair service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 21:05 with Norwegian Air Sweden.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from London to CPH. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) operate out of this terminal.
British Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from London to Copenhagen Airport departing from LHR.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from London to CPH leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from London to Copenhagen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)? Browse the fares flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
A range of airlines have direct flights from London to CPH leaving from LGW. Book your favourite window or aisle seat with one of these carriers and you'll be there before you know it:
Break up your flight from London to Copenhagen Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and CPH include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to CPH, take things easy in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Reserve a hotel near CPH if you have a late flight from London to Copenhagen Airport. Pick 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 a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 34 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
20 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Copenhagen Airport. Return flights start from 40 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Score cheap tickets from London to CPH by booking at least 4 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from London to Copenhagen Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from London to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
June is the busiest month for flights from London to Copenhagen Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Copenhagen in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from London to CPH, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Copenhagen, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Copenhagen Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Copenhagen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Copenhagen right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Copenhagen Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Nyhavn, The Little Mermaid and Rosenborg Castle are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Copenhagen itinerary.
Complete your Copenhagen trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Copenhagen Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Copenhagen and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.