How early should you arrive at Copenhagen Airport?
Two or three hours, depending on the destination.
Short answer
For flights within the Schengen area, arrive at Copenhagen Airport 2 hours before departure. For flights outside Schengen, plan on 3 hours. Queues at security can be longer at busy times. You can check in online at home, at the self-service machines in the airport or at your airline's desk.
Why
- Schengen flights: 2 hours before departure.
- Non-Schengen flights: 3 hours before departure.
- Security queues grow at busy times.
Details
The free terminal buses from the airport car parks run around the clock, which helps if you park far out before an early flight.
Tip
Check in online before you leave home, then you only need to drop your bag at the airport.
What may differ
Waiting times at security vary, and queues are longest at busy times of the day and year.
Common misconception
One hour is always enough at a big airport like Copenhagen.
What actually happens
Plan on 2 hours for Schengen flights and 3 hours for other flights, since queues can be long at busy times.
People also ask
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Sources
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This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.
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