Copenhagen Airport Info
History and Beginnings
Copenhagen Airport, one of the world’s first commercial airports, was inaugurated on April 20, 1925. Initially operating with a grass runway, it quickly became a pioneer in the aviation industry. The airport’s early years were marked by rapid growth:
- In 1932, it recorded 6,000 operations annually.
- By 1939, a new terminal was opened, showcasing Nordic functionalism architecture.
- The first hard-surface runway was constructed in 1941.
A significant milestone came in 1946 with the founding of Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS), establishing Copenhagen Airport as its main hub. This partnership catalyzed the airport’s expansion, and by 1956, it was handling 1 million passengers annually and won the "Best Airport in the World" award.
Flight Statistics and Popular Destinations
As of 2025, Copenhagen Airport continues to be a major European hub. Here’s a table of the most common destinations based on weekly flights:
|
Destination |
Weekly Flights |
Percentage |
|
Oslo-Gardermoen |
274 |
6.00% |
|
Amsterdam-Schiphol |
230 |
5.04% |
|
London-Heathrow |
154 |
3.37% |
|
Aalborg |
139 |
3.04% |
|
Stockholm-Arlanda |
124 |
2.71% |
|
Paris-Charles de Gaulle |
122 |
2.67% |
|
Helsinki-Vantaa |
104 |
2.28% |
|
Frankfurt-Main |
92 |
2.01% |
|
Dusseldorf |
84 |
1.84% |
|
Brussels |
82 |
1.80% |
The airport serves over 160 destinations worldwide, with SAS Scandinavian Airlines being the dominant carrier, accounting for 38.11% of flights.
Future of the Airport
Copenhagen Airport is poised for continued growth and innovation:
- Expansion plans: The airport aims to increase its capacity to handle up to 40 million passengers annually in the coming year.
- Environmental focus: There’s a strong emphasis on reducing air pollution and improving air quality within the terminals and surrounding areas.