Honolulu, Oahu to Copenhagen (HNL–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 12 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between HNL and CPH. Nearest airports to HNL with scheduled service: Molokai Airport (MKK, 55 mi) · Lanai Airport (LNY, 73 mi) · Kapalua Airport (JHM, 84 mi)
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SFO San Francisco 16h 56m ACASAV SK San Francisco (SFO) to Copenhagen flights
ORD Chicago 17h 7m UA SKTWY Chicago (ORD) to Copenhagen flights
LAX Los Angeles 17h 51m AAACAF EKSK Los Angeles (LAX) to Copenhagen flights
IAH Houston 19h 40m UA EK Houston (IAH) to Copenhagen flights
SEA Seattle 22h 49m AFASAY SK Seattle (SEA) to Copenhagen flights
JFK New York 26h 48m ASDLSK DLSK New York (JFK) to Copenhagen flights
ICN Seoul 27h 25m APZKEYP SK Seoul (ICN) to Copenhagen flights
ATL Atlanta 30h 4m AMDLKE SK Atlanta (ATL) to Copenhagen flights
SIN Singapore 30h 15m ASSQ SQ Singapore (SIN) to Copenhagen flights
IAD Dulles 30h 33m ETUA SK Dulles (IAD) to Copenhagen flights
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Honolulu, Oahu to Copenhagen
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+12h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between HNL and CPH, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for HNL to CPH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
781
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
HNL → CPH
87%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
87%
Return
CPH → HNL
85%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
85%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. HNL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
Copenhagen is 12 hours ahead of Honolulu, Oahu.
HNL: HST · CPH: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Honolulu, Oahu, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Copenhagen.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Denmark visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.

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.

HNL–CPH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Honolulu, Oahu to Copenhagen route.
Route details
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: HNL
IATA / ICAOHNL / PHNL
TimezonePacific/Honolulu
Passengers/yr20.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CPH
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HNL to CPH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include San Francisco, Chicago O'Hare and Los Angeles.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to CPH and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Copenhagen is 12 hours ahead of Honolulu, Oahu.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Francisco, Chicago O'Hare and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.