Copenhagen, the Danish capital, sits on the eastern coast of Zealand and the island of Amager, looking across the Øresund strait towards Sweden. It is a compact, cycle-friendly city of canals, colourful harbour houses, royal palaces and a food scene that has put New Nordic cooking on the world map. Travellers from Singapore book flights to Copenhagen for design and architecture, summer harbour swims, Christmas markets and easy onward trips across Scandinavia. With Traveloka you can compare routes, stopovers and baggage allowances side by side before you book.

About Copenhagen Airport (CPH), Kastrup

Location

Copenhagen Airport is in Kastrup on Amager, about 8 km south of the city centre. It is the largest airport in the Nordic region and sits right beside the Øresund link to Sweden, which is why many Swedes from the Malmö area also use it and search for it as Köpenhamn.

Terminals

Most international and European flights use Terminals 2 and 3, which stand side by side and share a single security area and a connected airside with shops, cafés and lounges. Walking between the piers can take a while, so follow the gate signs as soon as you clear security. Your booking and the departure screens will confirm which pier you need.

Getting to and from the airport

Transport links are excellent. The metro runs from a station at Terminal 3 straight into the heart of the city, and regional trains from the same area reach Copenhagen Central Station and continue over the bridge to Sweden. Taxis wait outside arrivals, and pre-booked private transfers are another option. Buy a ticket that covers the airport zones before boarding.

Direct and connecting flights to Copenhagen

Use the Direct filter in your search to see whether a nonstop service between Singapore and Copenhagen is available on your dates. If not, or if the schedule does not suit you, one-stop itineraries through major European, Middle Eastern or Asian hubs offer a wide spread of departure times.

Compare total journey time, layover length and baggage rules, not only the fare. A single ticket keeps your bags checked through to Kastrup and protects you if the first leg is late. If you are combining Denmark with southern Sweden, Copenhagen is often more convenient than flying into Malmö itself. Check the entry requirements for your passport before you travel to Denmark.

When to fly to Copenhagen

Copenhagen has a mild maritime climate with changeable weather all year. Late May to August brings long, bright evenings, outdoor dining along the canals and harbour baths open for swimming, which makes summer the busiest and most popular season. Spring and early autumn are cooler but calmer, with fewer queues at the main sights.

Winter days are short and grey, yet the city glows in December when Tivoli Gardens and neighbourhood Christmas markets open. For Singapore travellers, the June and December school holidays are the obvious windows, and Chinese New Year breaks also nudge up demand for Europe. Pack layers and a rain jacket in any month, because showers can appear quickly.

Popular places in Copenhagen

Nyhavn

The painted townhouses and wooden boats of this 17th-century canal harbour are the image most people have of Copenhagen. Canal tours leave from here and are a relaxed way to see the waterfront.

Tivoli Gardens

One of the oldest amusement parks in the world, Tivoli mixes historic rides, gardens, concert stages and lantern-lit paths. It opens for seasonal periods, including summer, Halloween and Christmas.

Rosenborg Castle and the King's Garden

This Renaissance castle holds the Danish crown jewels, while the surrounding gardens are a favourite picnic spot for locals on a sunny afternoon.

The Little Mermaid and Kastellet

The small bronze statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen sits on the waterfront beside Kastellet, a star-shaped fortress with grassy ramparts that make a pleasant walk.

Christiansborg Palace

Home to the Danish Parliament, the palace also houses royal reception rooms and ruins beneath the building. Its tower gives free views across the rooftops and spires.

Where to stay in Copenhagen

Indre By, the historic centre, keeps you within walking distance of Strøget, Nyhavn and the palaces. Vesterbro, near the central station, is a former working-class district now full of cafés, bars and the Meatpacking District's restaurants.

Nørrebro is multicultural and lively, with independent shops and lakeside running paths. Christianshavn offers canals and a village feel close to the centre, while Østerbro and Frederiksberg are leafy, residential and good for families who want a quieter base.

Food to try in Copenhagen

Smørrebrød

Open sandwiches on dense rye bread topped with pickled herring, roast beef, egg and shrimp or potato are the classic Danish lunch. Traditional lunch rooms serve them with plenty of garnish.

Danish pastries

Known locally as wienerbrød, flaky pastries such as the cinnamon swirl kanelsnegl are sold in bakeries on almost every street, best eaten warm in the morning.

Pølser

Hot dog stands are a Copenhagen institution, serving sausages in a bun with remoulade, crispy onions and pickled cucumber.

Stegt flæsk

Voted a national dish, this plate of crispy fried pork belly with boiled potatoes and parsley sauce is hearty comfort food, especially welcome in winter.

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