Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to London: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to London.
London is one hour behind Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 68 weekly flights between the two airports, Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from CPH to LHR is with British Airways at 21:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your CPH to London flight.
Flying over a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop from CPH to London. Pick from these arrival points when searching for a Copenhagen Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the leading airlines offering direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to London:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CPH to London with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Copenhagen to CPH takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CPH:
Copenhagen Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart CPH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to London flight is $24. The cheapest price for a return flight is $55. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book eight months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CPH to London.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Copenhagen Airport to London tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CPH to London by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Snag an affordable flight from Copenhagen Airport to London with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to London. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from CPH to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is located around 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Copenhagen Airport to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your CPH to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Copenhagen Airport to London and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 45 minutes.
Stay at a hotel close to STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late CPH to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Copenhagen Airport to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to London
January is the quietest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to London, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before booking a Copenhagen Airport to London plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CPH to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Copenhagen Airport to London, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 257 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key highlights.