Travelling from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): What you need to know
Chicago's main base, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH).
Hop on a direct Chicago to Copenhagen Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 20 minutes.
Copenhagen is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 6 direct flights every week between Chicago 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.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Chicago to CPH.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH) depart from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport with SAS. This top airline operates services from ORD.
The top choice among passengers flying between ORD and CPH is Scandinavian Airlines.
Scandinavian Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 70.0% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to CPH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport. Here's where you can connect between Chicago Midway International Airport and CPH:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Chicago to CPH flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Copenhagen Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CPH if you have a late flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks ahead 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 to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
RM883 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport. A return flight starts at RM1,862. These prices can change based on availability.
Lock in cheap flights from Chicago to CPH by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for landing cheap Chicago to Copenhagen Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Copenhagen. September is when most people book flights from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport (CPH), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Copenhagen is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Chicago to CPH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Copenhagen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Copenhagen right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Copenhagen Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Kopenhagen, The Little Mermaid and Rosenborg Castle are leading attractions which should feature on every Copenhagen itinerary.
Explore more of Denmark
Copenhagen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Denmark waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres west of Copenhagen, a visit to Odense will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like H. C. Andersens House, H.C. Andersen Museum and Hans Christian Andersen's Childhood Home.
Aalborg is another sought-after destination in Denmark and is around 225 kilometres northwest of Copenhagen. No trip is complete without dropping by Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg, Klosterkirken and Aalborg Historical Museum.