Helsinki (Vantaa) to Copenhagen (HEL–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HEL–CPH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Finnair, SAS and Norwegian Air International Ltd. lead the route. The flight covers 554 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 90 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair Also: FI, JL, QR | 39 | 319, 320, 321, 32B, E90 | 1h35-1h45 | – | Oneworld | FI, JL, QR |
| SK SAS Also: A3, AF, EY, LG, SQ | 28 | 32N, 73H, CR9 | 1h40 | – | Star Alliance | A3, AF, EY, LG, SQ |
| D8 Norwegian Air International Ltd. | 3 | 73H | 1h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Copenhagen from Helsinki (Vantaa)
| Metric | HEL→CPH | TLL→CPH | TKU→CPH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HEL | – | 63 mi | 93 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 128 | 39 | 6 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 35m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
HEL: EEST · CPH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 5:00 PM in Copenhagen.
Finnish passport holders do not need a visa to enter Denmark. As EU and Schengen citizens, Finns have unrestricted right of entry, residence, and work. No time limit on stays. Bring your Finnish passport or national ID card.
For stays over 3 months, register with the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) and obtain a registration certificate. The process is straightforward for EU citizens. Bring proof of employment, self-employment, study enrollment, or sufficient funds. Also register for a CPR number (personal ID number) at your local Borgerservice center to access healthcare and banking.
No border controls on flights between Finland and Denmark. Both are Schengen. Denmark uses the Danish krone (DKK), not the euro. Card payments work everywhere, and Denmark is nearly cashless. Finnair and SAS fly direct from Helsinki to Copenhagen, about 2 hours. The Nordic countries have close ties, and Finnish and Danish institutions cooperate on many administrative processes.
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.
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.
HEL–CPH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HEL to CPH
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair, Norwegian Air International Ltd. and SAS. With 128 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HEL to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HEL to CPH ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 554 miles (892 km). There are approximately 128 weekly flights outbound and 114 return, totaling 242 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
90 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via AAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tallinn (TLL) and Turku (TKU).