The insider's guide, from travelers who've actually been through.
Copenhagen Airport is clean, compact, and well-connected. The Metro runs directly from Terminal 3 to the city centre in about 15 minutes — one of the most straightforward airport-to-city links in Europe. Terminal layout is logical: T1 and T2 handle Schengen routes; T3 handles non-Schengen departures and arrivals. All three are connected airside.
Layover food quality is above average for a Northern European hub. Sticks’n’Sushi and a handful of Scandinavian fast-casual spots sit post-security in T3. The CPH shopping section between T2 and T3 is worth a walk if you have time between gates.
| Terminal | Lounge | Access | Showers | Good for | Price (paid) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1/T2 | SAS Gold Lounge | SAS Gold/EuroBonus Gold, Star Alliance Gold | Yes | Nordic food, quiet seating | N/A (card holders only) |
| T3 | No. 1 Traveller | Priority Pass / paid | Yes | Hot food, showers, business tables | About £45–65 or equivalent; confirm at desk |
| T3 | CPH Business Lounge | Paid walk-in | No | Workspace, light snacks | About 250–350 DKK; check at desk |
Free WiFi is fast with no time limit. Prayer rooms are available post-security in T3. Left luggage is available near T3 arrivals (DSB Baggage Deposit). Schengen transit passengers do not pass through passport control when connecting within the Schengen area. Non-Schengen arrivals clear Danish border control in T3. As of early 2026, most long-haul nationalities require a Schengen visa to leave the airport in transit; verify requirements for your nationality before travel.
