New York to Copenhagen (LGA–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 9 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between LGA and CPH. Nearest airports to LGA with scheduled service: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK, 11 mi) · Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, 17 mi) · Philadelphia International Airport (PHL, 95 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 9 hubs
YUL Montréal 9h 33m AAACBA ACBT Montréal (YUL) to Copenhagen flights
BOS Boston 9h 35m AAAFAM SK Boston (BOS) to Copenhagen flights
YHZ Halifax 10h 18m AADLWS WS Halifax (YHZ) to Copenhagen flights
YYZ Toronto 10h 32m AAACDL ACBTOS Toronto (YYZ) to Copenhagen flights
ORD Chicago 12h 14m AAASDL SK Chicago (ORD) to Copenhagen flights
ATL Atlanta 12h 45m AAAFAM SK Atlanta (ATL) to Copenhagen flights
IAD Dulles 13h 1m AVNHUA SK Dulles (IAD) to Copenhagen flights
IAH Houston 14h 25m AMDLKQ EK Houston (IAH) to Copenhagen flights
MSP Minneapolis 14h 37m AMDLKE DLSK Minneapolis (MSP) to Copenhagen flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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New York to Copenhagen
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+6h ahead

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to CPH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,071
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
LGA → CPH
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
73%
Return
CPH → LGA
20%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
20%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LGA delays →

Other ways to reach Copenhagen from New York

Nearby airports with service to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport.
Metric LGA→CPH JFK→CPH TEB→CPH
Distance from LGA 11 mi 11 mi
Nonstop airlines 3 1
Weekly flights 21
Departure OTP 73%
Airports within 200 miles of LGA with service to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Copenhagen is 6 hours ahead of New York.
LGA: EDT · CPH: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 12:00 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 to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.

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.

LGA–CPH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Copenhagen route.
Route details
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: LGA
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: CPH
IATA / ICAOCPH / EKCH
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Passengers/yr29.8M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LGA to CPH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Boston Logan and Halifax / Stanfield.
Copenhagen is 6 hours ahead of New York.
Nearby alternatives include JFK, TEB and EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Boston Logan and Halifax / Stanfield. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK), Teterboro (TEB) and Newark (EWR).