Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 48 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles.
Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Copenhagen.
The most popular route is from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take your pick of 10 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CPH to LAX is the 12:10 Scandinavian Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 12:50 with Scandinavian Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from CPH to Los Angeles. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can get a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles. Start your journey at CPH and land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Keep your eyes peeled for deals with Scandinavian Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from CPH to Los Angeles that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you hold a passport from Denmark, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Copenhagen to CPH takes about 34 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CPH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Los Angeles
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles is ر.ق. 964. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,968. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from CPH to Los Angeles by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from CPH to Los Angeles every day.
Tailor your travel plans with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LAX if you have a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
After your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 34 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The journey will take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from CPH to Los Angeles at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles. To escape the crowds, travel to Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CPH to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are a couple of top attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Los Angeles and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Copenhagen Airport to Los Angeles.
