Copenhagen Airport has excellent public transport: the metro costs a fraction of a taxi and takes about 15 minutes to Nørreport. Here is the pricing picture.
Price breakdown by destination
| Destination | Metro / Train | Taxi | Private transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norreport | 30 DKK (about 4 EUR), metro | metered | fixed at booking |
| Kongens Nytorv / Nyhavn | 30 DKK (about 4 EUR), metro | metered | fixed at booking |
| Central Station | 30 DKK (about 4 EUR), train | metered | fixed at booking |
| Vesterbro | 30 DKK (about 4 EUR), train to Central Station | metered | fixed at booking |
| Frederiksberg | 30 DKK (about 4 EUR), metro | metered | fixed at booking |
| Malmo, Sweden | Oresundstag train: buy a ticket at the airport machines before boarding | metered, bridge toll extra | fixed at booking |
Fixed-price private transfer
CPH Copenhagen City Center
From€107for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €117 per vehicle, about €29 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Other destinations
The airport-to-centre journey is a 3-zone ticket: 30 DKK for an adult (DOT tariff, in force 18 January 2026), valid for 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is in zone 4 and the centre in zone 1, but a 'ring zone' rule caps the run at three zones. The same ticket is valid on metro, train and bus. Youths aged 12-15 pay half, and on the metro an adult can bring two children under 12 for free.
Ticket options that save money
- Rejsebillet app or ticket machines: Single tickets can be bought in the Rejsebillet app or at the ticket machines at every metro station. The Rejsekort app lets you check in and out with one swipe.
- Rejsekort pay-as-you-go: the saving is small. On the 3 zones you need for the airport, the Rejsekort adult fare is 28 DKK against 30 DKK for a single ticket (DOT tariff 2026). It is worth having for a longer stay, not for the airport run alone.
- City Pass Small: 100 DKK for 24 hours of unlimited travel in zones 1-4, which includes the airport. Children buy it at half price. It beats single tickets from four journeys in a day.
- Copenhagen Card: includes metro, train and bus between the airport and the city. Check copenhagencard.com for the current price.
Taxi pricing
Copenhagen taxi prices are not set by the city. Each company sets its own tariff below a national cap (2026 weekday cap: 94.68 DKK to start, 14.20 DKK per km and 473.44 DKK per hour) and may only change its prices quarterly.
Visit Copenhagen estimates a taxi from the airport to the city at approx. DKK 250–400. Some taxi companies add a fee for journeys from the airport, so ask before you set off. The meter includes a per-minute charge, so traffic adds to the fare, and each company's evening tariff may differ, so check the tariff card. Other companies charge differently, so read the tariff card in the window. Visit Copenhagen also notes that some taxi companies charge an extra fee on rides from the airport.
Is a private transfer worth it at CPH?
For most travellers, probably not. The metro is frequent and direct. A private transfer is worth considering if you have mobility needs, a lot of luggage, or a destination off the metro line. Its advantage over a taxi is that the price is fixed when you book rather than metered.
Sources (checked 2026-10-17)
- DOT 2026 fares (3-zone single 30 DKK, Rejsekort 28 DKK, City Pass Small 100 DKK, children 50% discount, valid from 18 January 2026): https://dinoffentligetransport.dk/media/wlfdfnbo/dot-takstblad-2026-a.pdf
- Metro tickets (3-zone ticket 30 DKK valid 1 h 30 min, City Pass, two children under 12 free with an adult, ages 12-15 half price, ticket machines at all stations, apps): https://m.dk/en/travel-with-the-metro/tickets/
- Metro M2 frequencies by time of day, ring-zone rule, interchange stations: https://m.dk/en/routes-and-timetables/vanloese-koebenhavns-lufthavn/
- Metro and train about 15 minutes from Terminal 3, trains from tracks 1 and 2, taxis outside Terminal 3, card payment, taxi estimated price approx. DKK 250–400, possible extra fee on journeys from the airport, step-free stations, Copenhagen Card: https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/transportation/travel-to-and-from-copenhagen-airport
- National taxi price cap 2026 and rule that prices change at most quarterly: https://www.fstyr.dk/erhverv/taxi/koerselskontorer/takster-for-prisloft
- Oresundstag tickets sold at machines at Copenhagen Airport, not on board: https://www.oresundstag.se/en/travel-information/buy-ticket
When a private transfer from CPH is the right choice
- Three or more people: a 4-seat car to Copenhagen City Center is from €117, about €29 per person, usually level with or below separate public-transport tickets once you count the walk, the wait and the last mile with bags.
- Going to a specific address rather than the main station: the car goes to the door, so the public-transport fare is not the whole cost of the trip.
- Arriving tired or late: the driver waits at arrivals with your name, included for 60 minutes after landing.
CPH → Copenhagen City Center from €107Fixed price, flight tracked, free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Copenhagen Airport to Nyhavn?
It is metered, not fixed. Visit Copenhagen estimates approx. DKK 250–400 from the airport to the city; each company sets its own tariff below the national cap. The metro gets you to Kongens Nytorv (next to Nyhavn) for 30 DKK.
Can I use a credit card on the Copenhagen metro?
Single tickets are sold in the Rejsebillet app and at ticket machines at all metro stations, and the Rejsekort app lets you check in and out with one swipe. Check the machine or app for the payment methods it accepts.
Is the Rejsekort worth getting for a short visit?
Less than you would think. On the 3 zones the airport run needs, the Rejsekort adult fare is 28 DKK against 30 DKK for a single ticket (DOT tariff, in force 18 January 2026).
Do Copenhagen taxis charge more at night?
Yes. Each company sets its own evening and weekend tariff below the national cap, so a night taxi can cost more; check the tariff card. Each company sets its own rates, so check the tariff card.
How much is a taxi from Copenhagen Airport to the city centre?
It is metered, not fixed. Visit Copenhagen estimates approx. DKK 250–400 for a taxi from the airport to the city. The Metro M2 covers the trip to Nørreport for 30 DKK in about 15 minutes.