Copenhagen Airport Sees 4% Passenger Growth in October

The airport reported 3.2 million passengers in October, driven by school holidays and new international routes.

By SafarSamachar Desk3 Nov 2026, 1:45 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Copenhagen Airport recorded 3.2 million passengers in October, a 4% increase from the previous year.
2Danes accounted for 34% of passengers, while Swedish travellers made up 14%.
3Spain was the most popular destination, with 280,000 passengers travelling to 13 Spanish destinations.
4The US was the top long-haul destination, with 127,000 passengers, and New York was the most popular US city.
5New routes this winter include Mumbai, Krabi, Phuket, and Ilulissat.

Copenhagen Airport saw a 4% increase in passenger traffic in October, with 3.2 million passengers passing through the airport. This growth was attributed to school holidays in Denmark and Sweden, as well as the expansion of international routes.

Spain remained the top destination for passengers, with 280,000 people flying to 13 Spanish destinations, while the US was the leading long-haul destination, with 127,000 passengers. New York was the most popular US city, with one in three passengers flying to or from the city.

The airport plans to add new routes this winter, including flights to Mumbai, Krabi, Phuket, and Ilulissat. However, security delays in October caused by a regulatory order from Danish authorities led to long queues and missed flights for some passengers.

The airport said it underestimated staffing needs at security checkpoints, leading to delays on several days.

What this means for travellers

Travelers flying through Copenhagen Airport should be aware of potential security delays during peak times and consider the new winter routes for expanded travel options.

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