Compare: Paris→Stockholm (1,544 km) vs Paris→Copenhagen (1,027 km). Paris → Copenhagen wins by 517 km (33%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 21, 2026
1,544 km
959 miles · Flight: ~2h 26min · Drive: ~25h 5min
1,027 km
638 miles · Flight: ~1h 47min · Drive: ~16h 41min
✓ Shorter route
Difference: 517 km (33%) · Flight time difference: ~39 min
Verdict
Paris → Copenhagen is the smarter pick if travel time and emissions matter most: it is 517 km (33%) shorter, saves about 39 min of flight time, and cuts roughly 132 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Choose Paris → Stockholm only if the destination itself is the reason for the trip.
Paris → Copenhagen is the shorter route at 1,027 km, which is 517 km (33%) shorter than Paris → Stockholm. You would save approximately 39 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Paris → Stockholm | Paris → Copenhagen |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 1,544 | 1,027 |
| Distance (miles) | 959 | 638 |
| Flight time | ~2h 26min | ~1h 47min |
| Driving time | ~25h 5min | ~16h 41min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~2,007 km | ~1,335 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
| Initial bearing | 35° (NE) | 39° (NE) |
| Time-zone shift | +1h | +1h |
| CO₂ – flight (per pax) | ~394 kg | ~262 kg |
| CO₂ – driving (per car) | ~343 kg | ~228 kg |
| Fuel cost (est.) | ~$201 USD | ~$134 USD |
Flying from Paris to Stockholm produces roughly 394 kg of CO₂ per passenger, based on the ICAO/EEA short-haul emission factor of ~0.255 kg per passenger-km. The Paris → Copenhagen flight emits about 262 kg. Choosing the shorter route saves approximately 132 kg of CO₂ per traveler — equivalent to 6 typical tree-years of carbon sequestration. For comparison, driving emits roughly 343 kg and 228 kg per car respectively — meaningful only when the car carries multiple passengers.
The Paris to Stockholm route covers 1,544 km (959 miles), staying within Europe. Paris (population: 2,161,000) is located in Île-de-France, France, while Stockholm (population: 975,904) is in Stockholm, Sweden.
The Paris to Copenhagen route covers 1,027 km (638 miles), remaining within Europe. Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France, and Copenhagen (population: 794,128) is in Capital Region, Denmark.
Flying from Paris to Stockholm takes approximately 2h 26min, while Paris to Copenhagen takes 1h 47min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 25h 5min for the first route and 16h 41min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Paris, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between Stockholm and Copenhagen as a destination.
The 517 km difference between these routes is substantial and will significantly impact travel time and cost.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 2,007 km and 1,335 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 672 km of driving.
Stockholm (Sweden) has a population of 975,904 and is located in the Stockholm region of Europe. It's a charming destination known for its regional character.
Copenhagen (Denmark) has a population of 794,128 and is situated in Capital Region, Europe. This destination offers a more intimate travel experience with unique local culture.
Choose this route if your priority is reaching Stockholm (Sweden) — a city of 975,904 in the Stockholm region of Europe. Despite being the longer of the two at 1,544 km, it makes sense when Stockholm itself is the destination, the schedule fits better, or ticket prices are noticeably lower. Driving is realistic at this distance, with an estimated 2,007 km of road and a fuel cost band around $201 USD. The initial bearing is 35° (NE), so a great-circle flight leaves Paris heading roughly NE.
This route is the right call if you are heading to Copenhagen (Denmark) — a city of 794,128 in the Capital Region region of Europe. It is also the shorter of the two at 1,027 km, saving about 39 min of flying and around 132 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Driving is feasible — expect roughly 1,335 km of road and a fuel cost in the $134 USD range. Departing Paris, the great-circle bearing toward Copenhagen is 39° (NE).
Paris (48.86°, 2.35°) and Stockholm (59.33°, 18.07°) sit with a time-zone shift of +1 hour. Paris (48.86°, 2.35°) and Copenhagen (55.68°, 12.57°) have a +1-hour offset. Both routes have manageable time-zone shifts, so jet lag should not be a major factor.
Copenhagen is closer at 1,027 km, which is 517 km (33%) shorter.
1,544 km (959 miles). Flight: ~2h 26min.
1,027 km (638 miles). Flight: ~1h 47min.
Flying to Copenhagen is faster at ~1h 47min, saving about 39 min compared to Stockholm.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.