Layover Guide
Making the most of your stopover at Copenhagen Kastrup Airport — hotels, city tours and transit tips.
Your CPH Layover at a Glance
Best use of a long layover
Metro to Nørreport, then Nyhavn canal front and Strøget pedestrian street. Stop at La Glace for a traditional Danish pastry.
Inside the airport
The LEGO store in Pier C duty-free is genuinely good for the iconic Danish toy. The upper level has wide apron views.
Hilton Copenhagen Airport is connected to Terminal 3 by a bridge — one of Scandinavia's better airport hotel options.
Layover Duration Guide
Grab a meal, use the lounge or rest. Not enough time to clear immigration and return safely.
Explore landside facilities, duty-free and airport dining. Consider a transit hotel if you need rest.
Enough time to visit Copenhagen city centre if transit visa permits. Allow 3 hrs buffer for return and re-entry.
Book a nearby hotel. You can explore Copenhagen properly — consider a guided tour to maximise your time.
Hotels Near CPH
Staying close to the airport? Airport hotels and transit hotels let you rest without a long transfer.
Recommended · HotelsAirport hotels, transit stays and Copenhagen city centre options — free cancellation on most bookings.
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City Tours from CPH
Short on time? Layover tours are designed to fit your connection window — pickup from the airport, back before your gate opens.
Recommended · ToursHalf-day and layover-specific tours with airport pickup. See the highlights of Copenhagen without missing your connection.
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Practical Tips for Your CPH Layover
Activate a Denmark eSIM on Airalo before you travel — instant data, no SIM card queue at the airport.
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