San Francisco to Copenhagen (SFO–CPH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SFO–CPH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SAS leads the route. The flight covers 5,473 miles in approximately 10h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SK SAS | 7 | 359 | 10h15 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · CPH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 3:00 AM (next day) in Copenhagen.
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.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
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.
SFO–CPH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to CPH
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) are connected by nonstop service from SAS. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SFO to CPH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to CPH ranges from 10 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,473 miles (8,807 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via KEF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.