Flying from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH).
Around 8 hours 15 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Chicago to Copenhagen Airport flight.
Copenhagen is six hours ahead of Chicago. Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from 5 direct flights each week between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Copenhagen Airport (CPH). This is the busiest route, with SAS offering a 7:15pm departure from ORD to CPH.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to CPH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport with SAS.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with SAS between ORD and CPH.
Among carriers operating on this route, SAS has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to CPH. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and CPH include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to CPH flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Copenhagen Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near CPH and be in snooze mode sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Copenhagen Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Europcar or Sixt to explore Copenhagen and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Copenhagen Airport flight.
Getting from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to central Copenhagen
Copenhagen Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Copenhagen. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Currently, $423 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $731. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from Chicago to CPH by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Copenhagen Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH). June is the most popular month to visit Copenhagen. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
Lock in a Chicago to CPH flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Copenhagen to range from 13ºC to 23ºC.
February sees temperatures of between -4ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Copenhagen
After booking your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Copenhagen:
Your trip to Copenhagen should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Kopenhagen, The Little Mermaid and Rosenborg Castle.
Explore more of Denmark
You've seen Copenhagen, now it's time to explore more of Denmark. Travel about 145 kilometres west to Odense to tick off its popular sights. From H.C. Andersen Quarter to HC Andersens Hus and Rose Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Aalborg is another sought-after destination in Denmark and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Copenhagen. No trip is complete without a visit to Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg, Church of Our Saviour and Aalborg Havnefront.