Is a 25 min layover in Copenhagen long enough?

CPH · Kastrup · Copenhagen, Denmark
Cutting It Close

No, 25 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at CPH (Copenhagen).

Below CPH's minimum connection time even for simple Schengen-to-Schengen transfers.
Concourses
4
Max Transit
20m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
Scandinavian Airlines
Schengen → Schengen
30min
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Schengen → Non-Schengen
40min
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Non-Schengen → Schengen
40min
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Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
45min
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SAS-to-SAS Schengen connections are the smoothest, often requiring only a short walk between adjacent gates.
If your connection crosses from Schengen to non-Schengen (or vice versa), budget extra time for the passport check even though the walk itself is short.
Kastrup's signage is excellent and color-coded by pier, making self-navigation easy even under time pressure.
SAS Fast Track lanes are available for premium and Star Alliance Gold passengers and can save 10+ minutes at peak security times.
Avoid tight connections during the 07:00-09:00 and 15:00-17:00 SAS banks, when security and gate areas are busiest.
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
CPH has no inter-terminal train or bus — Terminals 2 and 3 are connected airside via a network of piers and moving walkways. Passengers transferring between a Schengen flight and a non-Schengen flight must pass through a passport/security check, which is the main added step; pure Schengen-to-Schengen or domestic transfers stay entirely within the same secure zone.
Is 25 minutes enough for a layover at Kastrup (CPH)?

Below CPH's minimum connection time even for simple Schengen-to-Schengen transfers.

What is the minimum connection time at CPH?

Minimum connection times at Kastrup: Schengen-to-Schengen is 30 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 45 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 25 minutes connection at CPH on an international flight?

25 minutes is below the 45-minute international MCT at Kastrup. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. CPH has no inter-terminal train or bus — Terminals 2 and 3 are connected airside via a network of piers and moving walkways. Passengers transferring between a Schengen flight and a non-Schengen flight must pass through a passport/security check, which is the main added step; pure Schengen-to-Schengen or domestic transfers stay entirely within the same secure zone.

How much time do I need for a layover at CPH?

We recommend at least 40 minutes for a comfortable connection at Kastrup. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 20 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at CPH?

SAS operates a dedicated transfer/rebooking desk in the Kastrup transfer area for missed connections on SAS and partner tickets; other airlines should head to their respective check-in or ground handling counter in Terminal 2 or 3 for rebooking.

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