Denmark

Flights to Copenhagen

Design · Hygge · Cycling. Compare cheap flights to Copenhagen from UK airports — flight time 1h 48m from London.

1h 48m
Flight from London
from £75
Typical price
May–Sep
Best season
Price intelligence

When to fly to Copenhagen for the cheapest fare

Estimated baseline
updated 2026-04-25
Average return
£127
From £60 on a great day
Cheapest month
January
Avg £78 return
Peak month
August
Avg £195 return
Good-deal threshold
£82 or less
25th-percentile fare
Cheapest day to depart: Tuesday
Most expensive day: Sunday

Flying to Copenhagen — what to know

Copenhagen is a short-haul destination from the UK, suited to a design and hygge trip. The 1h 48m flight from London makes it a realistic long weekend option, with regional UK airports — Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham — adding direct service on the busier routes. Fares sit in the mid-priced bracket on this corridor, with one-way prices from £75 when you catch the right week.

January typically delivers the cheapest fares (around £78 return on average), with prices climbing through August when seasonal demand peaks (£195+). On the ground, Danish krone (DKK) is the local currency and Danish the dominant language — English coverage is solid in tourist quarters and at the airport. Visa: ETIAS required from 2025 for UK passport holders. 4–6 weeks ahead is usually the sweet spot for short-haul European routes; last-minute bookings on this route can run two to three times the cheapest fare we see.

Plan ahead

Practical information for UK travellers

Flight time from London~1h 48m direct
Typical priceFrom £75 return — booking 6–8 weeks ahead is generally cheapest
Best monthsMay–Sep
VisaETIAS required from 2025 for UK passport holders
CurrencyDanish krone (DKK)
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
LanguageDanish
Things to do

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from the UK to Copenhagen?

Direct flights from London to Copenhagen take approximately 1h 48m. Total journey time depends on your departure airport and any connections.

Do UK passport holders need a visa for Denmark?

ETIAS required from 2025 for UK passport holders

When is the best time to visit Copenhagen?

The best months to visit Copenhagen are May–Sep, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and weather is settled.

What currency is used in Denmark?

Danish krone (DKK) — most major hotels and restaurants in Copenhagen accept card payments, but cash is useful for smaller establishments and tipping.

What language is spoken in Copenhagen?

Danish. English is widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, and major restaurants.