Copenhagen to Istanbul (CPH–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CPH–IST is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and SAS lead the route. The flight covers 1,229 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 109 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: 6E, FI, GF, PK, TG, WY | 29 | 32B, 32Q, 73H | 3h15-3h20 | – | Star Alliance | 6E, FI, GF, PK, TG, WY |
| SK SAS | 7 | 32N | 3h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPH: CEST · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 7:00 PM in Istanbul.
Danish passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. No e-Visa or advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 150 days beyond the date of entry. The visa-free stay covers tourism and business visits.
The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.
M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.
The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.
Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.
CPH–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPH to IST
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and İstanbul Airport (IST) are connected by nonstop service from SAS and Turkish Airlines. With 132 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CPH to IST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPH to IST ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,229 miles (1,977 km). There are approximately 132 weekly flights outbound and 128 return, totaling 260 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
109 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via IAS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.