Copenhagen to London, Essex (CPH–STN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CPH–STN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair and Ryanair UK lead the route. The flight covers 568 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 25 | 73H, 7M8 | 1h55 | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 1 | 73H | 1h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London, Essex from Copenhagen
| Metric | CPH→STN | MMX→STN | AAR→STN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CPH | – | 29 mi | 92 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 2 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 1h 50m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
CPH: CEST · STN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 5:00 PM in London, Essex.
Danish passport holders enter the United Kingdom visa-free for up to 6 months for tourism, business, or study. Since 2 April 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) must be obtained before travel via the official UK ETA app or website. The ETA costs 16 GBP, is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, and covers multiple entries. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
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.
CPH–STN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPH to STN
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Ryanair UK. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CPH to STN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPH to STN is about 1 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 568 miles (914 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamburg Helmut Schmidt, Berlin Brandenburg and Eindhoven. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Malmö (MMX), Aarhus (AAR) and Laage (RLG).