Alicante to Copenhagen (ALC–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FR4019
FR Ryanair
7M8
5:45 AM
CET
9:10 AM
CET
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
D85370
D8 Norwegian Air
73H
7:00 AM
CET
10:15 AM
CET
3h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
D85372
D8 Norwegian Air
7M8
4:40 PM
CET
7:55 PM
CET
3h 15m
M T W T F S S
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SK2814
SK S
32N
6:35 PM
CET
10:00 PM
CET
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
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D83660
D8 Norwegian Air
7M8
10:00 AM
CET T2
1:20 PM
CET
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
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D85371
D8 Norwegian Air
738
10:55 AM
CET T2
2:15 PM
CET
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
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FR4020
FR Ryanair
7M8
12:20 PM
CET T2
3:45 PM
CET
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
D85373
D8 Norwegian Air
738
8:10 PM
CET T2
11:30 PM
CET
3h 20m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Alicante to Copenhagen
3 carriers, 24 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines 24 Flights/wk 1,345 mi 3h 15m nonstop 53 1-stop hubs

ALC–CPH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Norwegian Air International Ltd., SAS and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 1,345 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ALC–CPH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
D8 Norwegian Air International Ltd. 11 73H, 7M8 3h15
SK SAS 7 32N 3h25 Star Alliance
FR Ryanair 6 7M8 3h25
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – SK
73H Boeing 737-800 – D8
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – D8, FR
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: D8 + FR (17 flights/wk, 71%)
Star Alliance: SK (7 flights/wk, 29%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, ALC to CPH direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
24
Outbound / wk
18
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ALC to CPH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
53
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,584
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Copenhagen from Alicante

Nearby airports with service to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport.
Metric ALC→CPH PMI→CPH
Distance from ALC 198 mi
Nonstop airlines 3 2
Weekly flights 24 18
Flight time 3h 15m 3h
Airports within 200 miles of ALC with service to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Copenhagen is 0 hours the same as Alicante.
ALC: CET · CPH: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in Alicante, it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen.
Distance & Flight Time
1,345 mi / 2,165 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 15m to 3h 25m.
Visa & Entry

Spanish passport holders enter Denmark without any visa or border control. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is sufficient identification. No advance paperwork is needed for any length of stay.

If you stay in Denmark longer than 3 months, apply for an EU registration certificate (registreringsbevis) through the International House or SIRI (Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration). The certificate is free for EU citizens. You will need proof of employment, enrollment in a study program, or sufficient funds for self-support. Processing takes a few weeks.

Getting from CPH

The Metro M2 runs every 4–6 minutes from the airport station to central Copenhagen (15 min, DKK 36 on Rejsekort). DSB regional trains depart for Copenhagen Central Station (13 min) and continue to Malmö (Sweden) via the Øresund Bridge (35 min total from airport). Taxis from arrivals to the city centre cost DKK 250–350; Uber also operates.Terminal 3 (international) and Terminal 2 (domestic/Schengen) are connected by a covered walkway. Rental car desks are in Terminal 3 arrivals. CPH is also a ferry hub; routes to Oslo (DFDS) and Bornholm depart from Copenhagen's harbour, accessible via city transit.

Copenhagen Climate

Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently overcast at −2 to 5°C with rain, sleet, and occasional snow. Copenhagen is better prepared for winter operations than many European cities, but heavy snowfall still causes delays. Fog is a seasonal disruption risk, particularly October through January.

Summers (June–August) are mild and pleasant at 18–24°C with long daylight hours and generally good flying conditions. Wind from the southwest can be strong year-round. CPH has a crosswind reputation. Spring and autumn are transitional and variable.

ALC–CPH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Alicante to Copenhagen route.
Route details
Distance1,345 mi / 2,165 km
Flight time3h 15m to 3h 25m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights24 out / 18 return
1-stop connections53 hubs
Origin: ALC
IATA / ICAOALC / LEAL
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Passengers/yr16.5M
Elevation142 ft / 43 m
Destination: CPH
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ALC to CPH flights.
Nonstop flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport take approximately 3h 15m to 3h 25m. The route covers 1,345 miles.
3 airlines operate nonstop service: Norwegian Air International Ltd., Ryanair and SAS.
There are approximately 24 nonstop flights per week from ALC to CPH. The return direction has about 18 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through POZ, DUS, EDI, BHX, KRK, BIO, WAW, LPA, SVG, ORY, BVA, HAM, SVQ, RAK, RIX, SOF, STN, BEG, GDN, TRD, OPO, BRU, SZG, VIE, LIS, LGW, FRA, DUB, MAN, BCN, HEL, BER, OSL, ARN, AMS, MUC, BGO, FCO, GVA, GOT, RMO, MXP, BLL, MAD, KUN, ACE, BSL, PRG, BRS, WRO, BUD, BGY and KEF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CPH to ALC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PMI. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ALC to CPH

Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) and Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) are connected by nonstop service from Norwegian Air International Ltd., Ryanair and SAS. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

ALC to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ALC to CPH ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,345 miles (2,165 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via POZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Palma de Mallorca (PMI).