How Far Is Copenhagen From Everywhere? 11+ Distances

Copenhagen, Denmark — Complete distance hub with flight times, driving distances & travel planning data

By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026

11
Destinations
28 km
Nearest (Malmo)
2,107 km
Farthest (Reykjavik)
1
Continents

Quick Answer: Distances from Copenhagen

From Copenhagen, the closest major city is Malmo at just 28 km (32 min by air). The farthest destination is Reykjavik at 2,107 km. On average, the 11 destinations listed here are 674 km from Copenhagen.

About Copenhagen

Copenhagen is a notable city in Denmark, with a population of approximately 794,128. Located in the Capital Region region of Europe, Copenhagen serves as a significant regional destination.

Copenhagen connects to 11 destinations within Europe and 0 intercontinental routes spanning 1 continents. Whether you're planning a weekend trip, a business journey, or a long-haul adventure, this page covers every route from Copenhagen with exact distances, flight times, and driving estimates.

Distance Breakdown: Short, Medium & Long Haul

Understanding route categories from Copenhagen helps with travel planning:

CategoryDistanceRoutesBest Transport
🟢 Short-haul Under 1,500 km 10 routes Train or flight
🟡 Medium-haul 1,500–5,000 km 1 routes Flight (3–7 hours)
🔴 Long-haul Over 5,000 km 0 routes Flight (7+ hours)

Travel Tips from Copenhagen

Copenhagen benefits from Europe's extensive rail network. For destinations under 800 km, high-speed trains like the Eurostar, TGV, or ICE often beat flying when you factor in city-center departures and no airport security queues.

All distances shown are straight-line (great-circle) distances. Actual road distances are typically 20–40% longer. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. For the most accurate door-to-door estimates, add 2–3 hours for airport procedures on each end.

Most routes from Copenhagen are within a few timezones, so jet lag is rarely a concern.

All 11 Routes from Copenhagen

To Europe (11 routes)

Route Comparisons from Copenhagen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest major city to Copenhagen?

The closest major city to Copenhagen is Malmo, Sweden at 28 km (17 miles). Flight time: approximately 32 min.

What is the farthest city from Copenhagen?

The farthest city from Copenhagen in our database is Reykjavik at 2,107 km (1,309 miles).

How many destinations can I reach from Copenhagen?

We cover 11 destinations from Copenhagen, spanning 1 continents.

What is the average distance from Copenhagen to other major cities?

The average distance from Copenhagen to all listed destinations is approximately 674 km (419 miles).

How many short-haul vs long-haul routes are there from Copenhagen?

From Copenhagen: 10 short-haul routes (under 1,500 km), 1 medium-haul (1,500–5,000 km), and 0 long-haul routes (over 5,000 km).

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📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.