Madrid to Copenhagen (MAD–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAD–CPH is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. SAS, Iberia and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 1,279 miles in approximately 3h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 106 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK SAS Also: AM, UX | 13 | 32N | 3h15 | – | Star Alliance | AM, UX |
| IB Iberia Also: VY | 7 | 320 | 3h03 | – | Oneworld | VY |
| FR Ryanair | 3 | 7M8 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
| D8 Norwegian Air International Ltd. | 2 | 738 | 3h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Copenhagen from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→CPH | VLC→CPH | BIO→CPH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi | 197 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 5 | 6 |
| Flight time | 3h 3m | 3h 5m | 2h 45m |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · CPH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen.
Spanish passport holders enter Denmark without any visa or border control. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is sufficient identification. No advance paperwork is needed for any length of stay.
If you stay in Denmark longer than 3 months, apply for an EU registration certificate (registreringsbevis) through the International House or SIRI (Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration). The certificate is free for EU citizens. You will need proof of employment, enrollment in a study program, or sufficient funds for self-support. Processing takes a few weeks.
Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).
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.
MAD–CPH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to CPH
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) are connected by nonstop service from Norwegian Air International Ltd., Ryanair, Iberia and SAS. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAD to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to CPH ranges from 3 hours 3 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,279 miles (2,059 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 52 return, totaling 105 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
106 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC) and Bilbao (BIO).